No doubt Francis Veber is a great scriptwriter. Here again, after the hilarious "Diner de Cons", he gives us a solid story, always on the edge, avoiding both "fat humour" as french comedies usually are and intellectualism. Veber just has this ability to make every kind of people come see his movies and make them laugh. His writing is universal and popular without being stupid or corny. He does real comedies the clever way and he now has his unique style, even through his visual direction, maybe not always inspired but at least sober and efficient. In "Le Placard", despite strong characters and a great rhythm, I didn't laugh enough. I liked the film though which has a great atmosphere the whole time and dives you in a good mood. But I regret the "loud" part: Depardieu's character is simply not working and not funny.
Review of The Closet
