Moitié-moitié (1989)
Directed by Paul Boujenah

Film Review

This engaging comedy-drama stars Michel Boujenah and Zabou, two very likeable actors who have a pleasing on-screen chemistry and great comic timing.  Whilst the plot is a little pedestrian, the ending a bit too predictable, the script does contain some irresistibly funny comic situations and the film is, overall, curiously satisfying.  The sunny photography adds a touch of wistful poignancy to offset the comedy, beautifully complementing Michel Boujenah's sympathetic tragicomic characterisation.

Film Synopsis

Modest shop assistant Arthur is shocked when he hears that his adopted grandmother has died in a car accident.  He gives up his job and his girlfriend and heads straight for her sprawling family estate, for which he holds a special affection.  Arthur is delighted to hear that his grandmother has bequeathed the estate equally to him and her true granddaughter, Sarah.  Unfortunately, Sarah, now a successful businesswoman, plans to demolish the house and build a modern complex on its site.  Appalled, Arthur will do anything to thwart her plans…