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Dear Inspector

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A chance meeting reunites Lise (Annie Girardot) and Antoine (Philippe Noiret), ex-lovers who had a brief fling 20 years before. Humbled by Antoine's lofty position as a university professor, Lise is reluctant to admit that she's a lowly police inspector. But, when a high-profile case involving a potential serial killer of politicians is assigned to Lise, she's forced to admit what she does for a living. Together, the old flames race against the clock to stop the murderer.

Critics Reviews

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Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) It is a crime against Cronos, the God of time. I reproach him, because I have lost two hours watching a useless waste of talent in this non-solemn nonsense. [Full review in Spanish] Jan 18, 2024 Full Review Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice This French film has nothing on its mind except causing delight. Jan 25, 2004 Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Emil N Kinda lame. Pretty mid Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 09/24/23 Full Review Audience Member TomatoMasters: Please note: The cast listings for this film are all wrong. Something went haywire somewhere. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/26/23 Full Review Audience Member Just a very, very sweet movie. Philippe Noiret is superb. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/20/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Philippe de Broca

Director

Annie Girardot

Lise Tanquerelle

Philippe Noiret

Antoine Lemercier

Catherine Aric

Christine Vallier
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Synopsis A chance meeting reunites Lise (Annie Girardot) and Antoine (Philippe Noiret), ex-lovers who had a brief fling 20 years before. Humbled by Antoine's lofty position as a university professor, Lise is reluctant to admit that she's a lowly police inspector. But, when a high-profile case involving a potential serial killer of politicians is assigned to Lise, she's forced to admit what she does for a living. Together, the old flames race against the clock to stop the murderer.
Director
Philippe de Broca
Rating
PG
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Comedy
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 45m