The Corsican File
| Industry | Film production |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | France |
| Products | Films |
The Corsican File () is a 2004 French comedic movie helmed by director Alain Berbérian, adapted from the Jack Palmer graphic novel series created by René Pétillon. The production was handled by Gaumont alongside Legend, with a script crafted by Christian Clavier and Michel Delgado. The storyline centers on private detective Jack Palmer (portrayed by Rémi François) as he embarks on a quest in Corsica to locate an individual entitled to inherit property through a will.
Cast
- Christian Clavier in the role of Rémi François / Jack Palmer
- Jean Reno as Ange Leoni
- Caterina Murino portraying Léa
- Didier Flamand as Dargent
- Pierre Salasca playing Matéo
- Eric Fraticelli (credited as Pido) as Figoli
- Alain Maratrat in the role of De Vlaminck
- François Orsoni as Balducci
Reception
Nicolas Jouenne from Le Figaro commended the principal actors, highlighting Christian Clavier's credible embodiment of Jack Palmer despite some alterations from the character’s usual appearance, and Jean Reno’s compelling performance as a lone Corsican leader, complete with an authentic regional accent.