While studying for the B1 French Exam, my French teacher recommended this film, and I was tired of spending every evening studying irregular verbs, so I decided to drink a glass of Rose and watch it on Netflix.
I don't know what I was expecting, perhaps a slightly sappy comedy, but the opening scenes of war were heart-rending. The film alternates between high comedy, scenes from the character Wael's childhood in war, and warm interactions. It's touching, gritty, moving and funny all at once. Catherine Deneuve is excellent here, but also Kheiron, who I was not familiar with. Their chemistry is superb. The film also has a positive message, without whacking you over the head, something which is rare nowadays.
If you are learning French, I recommend seeing this in the original version.
I don't know what I was expecting, perhaps a slightly sappy comedy, but the opening scenes of war were heart-rending. The film alternates between high comedy, scenes from the character Wael's childhood in war, and warm interactions. It's touching, gritty, moving and funny all at once. Catherine Deneuve is excellent here, but also Kheiron, who I was not familiar with. Their chemistry is superb. The film also has a positive message, without whacking you over the head, something which is rare nowadays.
If you are learning French, I recommend seeing this in the original version.