- Genre
- Comedy
- Year
- 1980
- Runtime
- 1h40
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Inspector Blunder
Clumsy cop, serious crime — laughs guaranteed!
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Synopsis
"Inspector Blunder" (original title: "Inspecteur La Bavure") is a 1980 French comedy starring the beloved comedian Coluche. The film follows the bumbling yet well-meaning Inspector Michel Clément, who embarks on a chaotic investigation after his partner is injured. Armed with little competence but plenty of determination, Michel stumbles through a series of comedic misadventures as he attempts to solve a serious crime. The movie combines slapstick humor with social satire, showcasing Coluche's talent for both physical comedy and witty observations on the police bureaucracy. With colorful characters and situational mishaps, "Inspector Blunder" offers a lighthearted take on the crime-comedy genre that reflects the era's French humor.
Cast
Coluche
Trainee inspector Michel Clément / Commissioner Jules Clément
Gérard Depardieu
Roger Morzini, public enemy number 1
Dominique Lavanant
Marie-Anne Prossant, journalist
Julien Guiomar
Divisional commissioner Vermillot
Alain Mottet
Dumeze, police director
François Perrot
Louis Prossant, press magnate and father of Marie-Anne
Reviews
Critically, "Inspector Blunder" received mixed to moderately positive reviews. On IMDb, the film holds a rating of 6.2/10, indicating general audience appreciation though not universal acclaim. Reviewers often praised Coluche's charismatic and comedic performance as the film's highlight. According to viewer comments on IMDb, many appreciate the film's slapstick elements and the humorous portrayal of police incompetence, which remains entertaining despite its dated style. However, some critics found the plot disjointed and felt the humor occasionally leaned too heavily on physical gags without sufficient narrative depth. Rotten Tomatoes does not have an aggregated critic score for the film, likely due to its limited release outside France, but user reviews tend to acknowledge it as a cult classic with a quirky charm. Metacritic does not list the movie, implying a niche reception. Overall, "Inspector Blunder" is regarded as an enjoyable comedy primarily for fans of Coluche and French cinema enthusiasts, even if it lacks the polish and structure of more mainstream productions.
