Comedy of Power

Comedy of Power

Directed by Claude Chabrol

Produced by Alicéléo, A.J.O.Z. Films

2006110 min6.3 / 10

A cerebral political thriller examining how the pursuit of justice and power corrupts a magistrate's moral compass and personal relationships.

Magistrate Jeanne Charmant-Killman doggedly investigates CEO Michel Humeau, who is accused of participating in massive corporate malfeasance. As her investigation leads her into the upper echelons of government, Jeanne becomes intoxicated by the power she is amassing.

Questions people ask

  • Is Comedy of Power violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is Comedy of Power sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Does Comedy of Power end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is Comedy of Power scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Is Comedy of Power easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

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37/ 100

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