L'Héritier

In the context of so-called Belmondo films, it is a weak endeavor, and I wouldn't hesitate to say one of the weakest. This is not only because Belmondo is not here as a quote-happy plebeian, but he is a member of the country's financial elite and actually the planet's as well. Elegant suits and luxury do not suit him as well as the negligent attire of a police officer or a gallery attendant. The whole story about a left-wing industrialist and his fight against evildoers and war criminals, as well as the conspiracy against him, is poorly conceived and unbelievable. A businessman pursuing criminals in a man-to-man battle is suitable for Batman, but not for a crime story that tries to appear serious. Here, it eventually sounds strained and unintentionally funny. Overall impression: 40%. Some moments, like his relationship with a prostitute who almost destroyed him with false evidence, are beyond basic logic and what I am willing to tolerate from a screenwriter... (12.07.2014)