with actor like depardieu and richard it be really a hard task to make a dull movie . but weber be a master in set a slow pace and make supposedly funny scene without any wit and depth . this movie be high on story but low on character . you never get to know any of the character except for superficial slapstick . unfortunately weber have no idea what slapstick be all about . his style could be describe at hit and miss . of course some people laugh when they see someone slip on a banana peel . weber direct his humor at this lot . it be a shame how bad he use good talent . many good french comedian have be waste away by mediocre director .