In his fiftieth film Woody Allen meets Claude Chabrol in Paris. Its Parisian charm with a touch of déjà vu, especially if you’ve seen “Matchpoint.” The acting is spot on, even if it does feel...
In his fiftieth film Woody Allen meets Claude Chabrol in Paris. Its Parisian charm with a touch of déjà vu, especially if you’ve seen “Matchpoint.” The acting is spot on, even if it does feel like his French people are in fact New Yorkers speaking with a weird accent. It’s like Allen’s taken a stroll down memory lane, rehashing some of his earlier ideas. Despite this, Coup de Chance” manages to create a compelling story, keeping the audience engaged with its well-paced plot and witty dialogue. In the end, Allen once again demonstrates his ability to craft an enjoyable cinematic experience, even if the shadows of his past successes loom in the background.
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