If you're in the mood for something that moves fast and doesn't ask you to think too hard, Maruche might just hit the spot. It’s definitely not for everyone—if you need high-stakes drama or modern pacing, stay away. But for fans of old French comedy, it’s a weird little time capsule. Fernandel is the whole show here, ...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Robert Péguy
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"If you're in the mood for something that moves fast and doesn't ask you to think too hard, Maruche might just hit the spot. It’s definitely not for everyone—if you need high-stakes drama or modern pacing, stay away. But for fans of old French comedy, it’s a weird little time capsule. Fernandel is the whole show here, really. You either love his rubbery face and that high-pitched voice, or you’re going to be reaching for the remote within ten minutes. I found myself laughing at the parts where h..."
Robert Péguy, Marius Boisson
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