Little Indian, Big City

Synopsis

Little Indian, Big City (Un Indien dans la ville) is a 1994 French comedy film directed by Hervé Palud, starring Thierry Lhermitte. The movie follows the story of a workaholic father who discovers he has a son from a previous relationship with a native Brazilian woman. When his son arrives from the Amazon rainforest to Paris, chaos ensues as the boy struggles to adapt to the urban lifestyle. As the father and son bond over their cultural differences, they embark on a hilarious and heartwarming journey of self-discovery, friendship, and family. Little Indian, Big City is a delightful comedy that explores themes of cultural diversity, love, and the universal language of laughter.

Cast

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  Thierry Lhermitte

  Stéphane Marchadot

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  Patrick Timsit

  Richard Montignac

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  Ludwig Briand

  Mimi-Siku

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  Miou-Miou

  Patricia

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  Arielle Dombasle

  Charlotte

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  Sonia Vollereaux

  Marie Montignac

Reviews

Little Indian, Big City received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Some critics appreciated the film's lighthearted humor and heartwarming message, praising Thierry Lhermitte's performance as the father. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a low rating of 13%, with critics calling it a predictable and clichéd family comedy. IMDb users rated the movie 5.6/10, with some viewers finding the fish-out-of-water premise entertaining but criticizing its formulaic plot and lack of originality. While some viewers enjoyed the cultural clash between the characters, others felt the humor fell flat and the story lacked depth. Despite its shortcomings, Little Indian, Big City has moments of charm and endearing performances that may appeal to fans of light-hearted comedies.