Predicated on the dubious notion that if you save someone's life he becomes your responsibility, this slight, strained French comedy revolves around a sap who takes on the lugubrious burden of a suicidal sad sack. Middle-aged headwaiter Antoine (Daniel Auteuil) practically runs trendy bistro Chez Jean, maintaining relationships with suppliers, charming customers and covering for staffers he's too kind-hearted to chastise for their incompetence. Late for dinner with his girlfriend Christine (Maryline Canto) — you know it's not the first time — he takes a shortcut through the park and interrupts the dumpy Louis (Jose Garcia) just as he tries to hang himself ...
Released:
2003
Rated:
R
Length:
110 mins