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The Ax ( Le Couperet )

Based on the novel by David E. Westlake, this dark satire on the competetive job market stars Jose Garcia as Bruno Davert, a man who, two years after his lay-off, has been unable to find a new job. In desperation he hits on a plan to eliminate his competition - literally. From French-Greek director Costa-Gavras, this is a departure from his more hefty, politicized films, but retains his incredible eye for detail and is a sharply serious black comedy about the perils of downsizing, out-sourcing and other merciless corporate practises. Also stars Karin Viard as Bruno's increasingly ruthless spouse.

Year: 2005
Genre: Foreign Language Films, Thrillers & Suspense, French Cinema, Based on..., Film Festivals 2005, Black Humour
Country: Belgium, France, Spain
Director: Constantin Costa-Gavras
Starring: Jose Garcia, Karin Viard, Geordy Monfils, Christa Theret, Ulrich Tukur, Olivier Gourmet
Duration: 120 Minutes
Rating: M - Contains violence and sex scenes.
Subtitles: Yes
7.4/10
Location in store: Foreign (France)

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