The Fall of the American Empire

Sony Pictures Classics | Release Date: May 31, 2019

6.9	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 12 Ratings

USER RATING DISTRIBUTION

Positive:

Mixed:

Negative:

Watch Now

Buy on

Stream On

Expand

Review this movie

VOTE NOW

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Please sign in or create an account before writing a review.

Check box if your review contains spoilers

0 characters (5000 max)

User Reviews

User score By date Most helpful

netflicJun 10, 2019

It is a French Canadian crime thriller, loosely based on real events.

One of those movies that are pleasant to watch but then the more you think about important details the more you realize that things do not add up. I guess rules of theIt is a French Canadian crime thriller, loosely based on real events.

One of those movies that are pleasant to watch but then the more you think about important details the more you realize that things do not add up.

I guess rules of the genre should apply, and I should not be that analytical.

But protagonist is a delivery guy with PhD in philosophy, who keeps quoting his favorite classics.
Which made me listen, think and disagree. Disagree on practically every aspect: the role of money in a society, the race and class approach, and most of all, common sense situations.

Movie-making was quite decent with good directing and performances.

Overall, the film is OK to watch but do not expect to be overwhelmed.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

duanewilliamsJul 16, 2019

Delightful movie with lots of philosophy references. It got applause from the audience I saw it with.

0 of 0 users found this helpful00

All this user's reviews

Brent_MarchantJun 8, 2019

True to his signature style, French-Canadian director Denys Arcand's latest comedy-drama with a philosophical twist follows the quirky exploits of a sheepish, underemployed but compassionate PhD who unwittingly gets caught up in a high-stakesTrue to his signature style, French-Canadian director Denys Arcand's latest comedy-drama with a philosophical twist follows the quirky exploits of a sheepish, underemployed but compassionate PhD who unwittingly gets caught up in a high-stakes crime caper with an array of shady characters. While the film is a bit talky at times and likely tells you more than you ever wanted to know about international monetary transfers, the picture has a heart and serves up more than a few pointed observations about ethics, greed and society's recognition (or lack thereof) of what really has value. This beautifully filmed offering shows off Montreal in its best light while delivering a colorful tale of personal evolution, particularly when it comes to enlightening us how to avail ourselves of our opportunities when they come along. Although not for everyone, this fun, witty and insightful release is a pleasant way to spend a few enjoyable hours at the show.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful00

All this user's reviews

LaduboisJun 3, 2019

This is easily the best of Denys Arcand’s movies and so easily watched. In fact it demands being watched twice by English speaking audiences, once to read subtitles and a second time to enjoy the actors, the interactions, the action, and allThis is easily the best of Denys Arcand’s movies and so easily watched. In fact it demands being watched twice by English speaking audiences, once to read subtitles and a second time to enjoy the actors, the interactions, the action, and all the wonderful and realistic complete cast of “ characters”.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful00

All this user's reviews