Populaire (2012) movie poster

Populaire (2012)

"A comedy that strikes all the right keys."
ThumbScore
👍 87%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 65% (RT: 72%, MC: 58) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyRomance

Where to Watch

Free
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Director
Régis Roinsard
Runtime
1h 51m
Country
Belgium, France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (594 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
72%
Metacritic
58
Cast
Romain Duris as Louis Échard
Déborah François as Rose Pamphyle
Bérénice Bejo as Marie Taylor
Shaun Benson as Bob Taylor
Mélanie Bernier as Annie Leprince Ringuet
Nicolas Bedos as Gilbert Japy
Miou-Miou as Madeleine Échard
Eddy Mitchell as Georges Échard
Yes. 87% of real audiences liked it based on 594 votes. Critics scored it lower at 65%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
An insurance agent and his new secretary become locked in the grip of romance and competition as they train together for a speed-typing contest. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Régis Roinsard cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of Populaire was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Populaire is a 2012 comedy, romance film directed by Régis Roinsard. An insurance agent and his new secretary become locked in the grip of romance and competition as they train together for a speed-typing contest. The film has been rated by 594 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Populaire delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Populaire (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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