I cannot fault the first reviewer's summary of this movie. However, I would not agree that it is best enjoyed in French. I have a very basic understanding of the language but I knew where the subtle gags were... Okay, I admit not all of them but there again I miss the ones in English films too. You only have to watch the faces and the eyes to grasp what it is the characters are talking (well mostly fighting) about anyway. That is where this film stands up because the acting is absolutely brilliant. It is a true gem of a film and the relationships between the characters are immense. Firstly the relationship between Reno and Lemercier is truly a thing of beauty, especially in the future as Reno courts Lemercier and she slowly falls for his charm. Secondly the dynamic of Reno and Clavier (who is a very under-rated actor and a shame that he has not been in more films to reach English speaking audiences) Their master and servant relationship is hilariously done, Reno as the aloof nobleman and Clavier as the clumsy fool and is in all honesty a work of genius. When the two first arrive in the future and stumble upon a road they attack a postal van, thinking it to be a work of evil - I cried with laughter. All I can really say is please watch this movie and never the remake (I mean NEVER) Clavier steals the show to be honest, in both his roles. Reno is excellent and Lemercier is both beautiful and hugely talented (again, it is a shame she hasn't been in more films for English speakers).
Review of The Visitors
