The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob
By Gérard Oury
1973
Comedy
1h35
Synopsis
In this riot of frantic disguises and mistaken identities, Victor Pivert, a blustering, bigoted French factory owner, finds himself taken hostage by Slimane, an Arab rebel leader. The two dress up as rabbis as they try to elude not only assasins from Slimane's country, but also the police, who think Pivert is a murderer. Pivert ends up posing as Rabbi Jacob, a beloved figure who's returned to France for his first visit after 30 years in the United States. Adding to the confusion are Pivert's dentist-wife, who thinks her husband is leaving her for another woman, their daughter, who's about to get married, and a Parisian neighborhood filled with people eager to celebrate the return of Rabbi Jacob.
Community Reviews
The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob, featuring Louis de Funès, is celebrated for its timeless humor and engaging performances. Viewers consistently praise the film for its lively pace and the comedic brilliance of de Funès, whose expressions and antics never fail to amuse, even after multiple viewings. The film's treatment of themes like racism and tolerance adds a layer of depth, making it a cherished classic in French cinema that continues to resonate with audiences.
👍 Timeless humor and engaging performances.
👎 Some jokes may feel dated or borderline.
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Reviews and Comments
31 reviews
"Un des films culte de la culture française ! À la fin du tournage, Louis de Funès, déclara que ce film lui avait « décrassé l'âme »."
"Un des films culte de la culture française ! À la fin du tournage, Louis de Funès, déclara que ce film lui avait « décrassé l'âme »."
"Un des films culte de la culture française ! À la fin du tournage, Louis de Funès, déclara que ce film lui avait « décrassé l'âme »."
"Un des films culte de la culture française ! À la fin du tournage, Louis de Funès, déclara que ce film lui avait « décrassé l'âme »."
