The Dinner Game

Synopsis

The Dinner Game (Le Dîner de cons) is a French comedy film directed by Francis Veber, released in 1998. The story revolves around Pierre, a successful publisher who attends a weekly dinner hosted by his friends where they each bring along the most idiotic person they can find. Pierre's guest turns out to be a quirky government employee named François Pignon, who unintentionally wreaks havoc on Pierre's life. As the night progresses, chaos ensues with hilarious misadventures and misunderstandings, leading to a heartwarming and humorous exploration of friendship and acceptance. Filled with witty dialogue and comedic antics, The Dinner Game is a delightful and entertaining film that will leave audiences in stitches.

Cast

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  Jacques Villeret

  François Pignon

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  Thierry Lhermitte

  Pierre Brochant

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  Francis Huster

  Juste Leblanc

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  Daniel Prévost

  Lucien Cheval

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  Alexandra Vandernoot

  Christine Brochant

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  Catherine Frot

  Marlène Sasseur

Reviews

The Dinner Game has garnered positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. Rotten Tomatoes praises the film for its 'hilarious performances' and 'clever writing', giving it a rating of 74%. IMDb users have rated the movie 7.6/10, highlighting the excellent comedic timing and chemistry between the lead actors. Metacritic also lauds the film with a score of 73/100, emphasizing its charm and wit. The Guardian describes The Dinner Game as 'a rollicking comedy that delivers non-stop laughs' while Variety commends the film for its 'pitch-perfect humor' and 'endearing characters'. Overall, The Dinner Game is a well-received comedy that charms viewers with its quirky characters and delightful humor.