Added to Prime Video on Thursday, Mar 28, 2024 The Family centers on the Manzoni family, a notorious Mafia clan relocated to Normandy, France under witness protection. Struggling to shed their old habits, their past quickly catches up, leading to chaotic, humorous situations. Warren starts a mini-mafia at school, Belle faces heartbreak, and Giovanni, the father, can’t resist the mafia life. A failed attempt at normalcy culminates in a fierce showdown with hitmen, testing family bonds and survival instincts amidst violence and laughter.
Length: 1h 51m
Genre: Black Comedy, Crime
This Title is: Intense, Humorous, Action-packed
The Family is New, and streaming on Prime Video in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Robert De Niro as Fred Blake / Giovanni Manzoni
- Michelle Pfeiffer as Maggie Blake / Maggie Manzoni
- Dianna Agron as Belle Blake / Belle Manzoni
- John D’Leo as Warren Blake / Warren Manzoni
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Contains scenes of violence and mature themes.
Trivia
- The film is based on the novel Malavita by Tonino Benacquista.
- Directed by Luc Besson, who decided to take the helm after initially planning only to produce.
- Robert De Niro’s 96th feature film.
Our Review
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The Family delivers a unique blend of comedy and action, buoyed by a strong cast led by Robert De Niro and Michelle Pfeiffer. Despite some unevenness in tone, the film succeeds in offering both laughs and thrills, anchored by its darkly comedic take on the mafia lifestyle in witness protection. However, its reach sometimes exceeds its grasp, with some critics noting a mismatch between the comedic elements and the violent sequences. Overall, it’s an entertaining watch with memorable performances.
Critic Scores
The Family has received a positive review by the critics
