Loosely based on the true story of a Marc Duval (Gilles Lallouche), a Frenchman living in Gibraltar who starts working for customs in order to pay off his debts.
I've looked into the real story but can't seem to find much which makes me wonder how much of the truth we are seeing here. A Google search only brings up the film but I did find the credited writer Marc Fievet, who may be the source upon which the film is based.
The film is good and interesting with enough tension and intrigue to keep your attention. Lallouche is brilliant in the lead role and is steadily carving out an impressive career, so don't be suprised if you start seeing him starring in bigger Hollywood films. Personally, I hope he stays in independent and French cinema.
Supporting cast of his family and associates on both sides of the law do a good job but sadly there are a few wooden extras in British characters that will make you wince at their acting and delivery.
On occasion the subtitles disappear within the image, they need to be outlined better and clear. So be prepared to miss a few lines, here and there.
In short, another good addition to French cinema and turn by Lallouche but take the films story at face value.
Loosely based on the true story of a Marc Duval (Gilles Lallouche), a Frenchman living in Gibraltar who starts working for customs in order to pay off his debts.
I've looked into the real story but can't seem to find much which makes me wonder how much of the truth we are seeing here. A Google search only brings up the film but I did find the credited writer Marc Fievet, who may be the source upon which the film is based.
The film is good and interesting with enough tension and intrigue to keep your attention. Lallouche is brilliant in the lead role and is steadily carving out an impressive career, so don't be suprised if you start seeing him starring in bigger Hollywood films. Personally, I hope he stays in independent and French cinema.
Supporting cast of his family and associates on both sides of the law do a good job but sadly there are a few wooden extras in British characters that will make you wince at their acting and delivery.
On occasion the subtitles disappear within the image, they need to be outlined better and clear. So be prepared to miss a few lines, here and there.
In short, another good addition to French cinema and turn by Lallouche but take the films story at face value.
