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How to Make a Killing

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Michel and Cathy, a couple worn down by time and financial difficulties, no longer really speak to each other. This is until one day Michael, trying to avoid a bear on the road, hits a car and kills both occupants.

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James Croot The Post NZ Jan 1, 2026
4/5
It’s all held together by some smart, sharp scripting, unfussy direction and impressive and compelling turns by both Dubosc and the luminous Calamy. Go to Full Review
Ard Vijn ScreenAnarchy Oct 17, 2025
7.5/10
Poelvoorde is a delight to watch, often laugh-out-loud funny, effortlessly switching between the straight guy and clown when needed. It's a French slapstick comedy with corpses, a bit too sweet to become a classic, but still with a pleasant acid edge. Go to Full Review
Roger Salvans Fotogramas Aug 4, 2025
4/5
With a fast-paced start...and supported by a dedicated cast,...the film loses some steam in a third act that attempts too much at once and tries too hard to achieve a happy ending, but it successfully rises to the challenge...[Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
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Cinema S @cinema_sensei 3 days ago A pretty enjoyable dark comedy with a simple situation that keeps getting more ridiculous as things spiral out of control. I liked how it mixes crime, awkward humor and tension without taking itself too seriously. The story can feel a little uneven and overly convenient at times, but the performances and absurd situations keep it entertaining. Not anything great, but an enjoyable watch. See more S. O @Col._Angus Jul 24, 2026 This movie was a great surprise. I wasn't expecting too much. But it's great. In the same class as Fargo. In fact, it has a lot of similarities. I loved it. See more Natalia R @Nataliariesgo Apr 10, 2026 I didn't laugh so hard in a long time. This movie is magnificent. The actors are superbe. Such a smart, funny and well made movie. See more Mo M. @theumgang Feb 27, 2026 Really enjoyed it. Kept my interest to the end. Need to see it again to grab more of the clues left along the way See more Eva E @KikYu0 Feb 16, 2026 One Colleague was really enthusiastic... I found the film kind of boring and slow... the trailer suggests one dry joke after another... in reality, there are 25 minutes between each joke. the cops are so stupid... and the conversations... and then there's the downie who runs over the villain... meh, i hate this film and i hate that i watched it. See more bob c @RT46426964 Nov 27, 2025 Played totally straight but actually a black comedy. Much debt to the Coen bros but done in French. Many good performances. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Michel and Cathy, a couple worn down by time and financial difficulties, no longer really speak to each other. This is until one day Michael, trying to avoid a bear on the road, hits a car and kills both occupants.
Director
Franck Dubosc
Producer
Sidonie Dumas
Screenwriter
Sarah Kaminsky, Franck Dubosc
Production Co
Gaumont
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Comedy, Crime
Original Language
French (France)
Runtime
1h 54m
Sound Mix
Stereo
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1
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