Mauvais Genre (1997) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Mauvais Genre (1997) — The film's title is a pun, the double meaning referencing both the "wrong genre" and
Mauvais Genre (1997) Storyline
The film's title is a pun, the double meaning referencing both the "wrong genre" and a person with distasteful motives. Insecure novelist Martial Bok promotes his new sexy novel La Fille de Dos ("Girl Observed From the Rear") with a round of book-signings and talk-shows. When beautiful hat designer Camille buys the book, Martial follows her and spies on her as she reads his book and removes her clothing. It's the beginning of his obsession and also an inspiration. After Martial's live-in girlfriend Lucie establishes contact with Camille for real, Martial is able to type out another sexy manuscript.
Full Cast & Crew
- Jacques Gamblin as Martial Bok
- Elina Löwensohn as Lucie
- Monica Bellucci as Camille
- Michel Aumont as Bernard Brondin
- Michael Lonsdale as Honoré de Balzac
- Agnès Obadia as Michèle
- Christiane Cohendy as La mère de Martial
- Aïssatou Thiam as Lily
- Jean-François Perrier as Le libraire
- Laurent Olmedo as Ricardo
- Zinedine Soualem as Momo
- Stéphane Rideau as Un policier
- Aurélie Guichard as Policier femme
- Adrienne Pauly as La cliente au chapeau
- Evelyne Didi as La correctrice
Why Watch Mauvais Genre?
The Vibe: Mauvais Genre is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1997. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 3.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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