Le Cousin
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Le Cousin

Nounours is the nickname of a "cousin" an informer with a special arrangement with the police: he gets 10% of the drugs seized thanks to his help. When his personal contact, inspector Maurin, commits suicide, inspector Gérard Delv...

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Le Cousin (1997) follows the story of Nounours, an informant known as cousin, who has a unique deal with the police where he receives a percentage of seized drugs for his assistance. However, when his police contact, Inspector Maurin, unexpectedly takes his own life, Inspector Gérard Delvaux steps in to investigate the circumstances surrounding Maurin's death. As Delvaux navigates through the world of informants and criminal activities, he must tread carefully to uncover the truth without putting himself or Nounours in danger.

The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the blurred lines between law enforcement and criminality. With suspenseful twists and turns, Le Cousin keeps viewers on the edge of their seats as Delvaux delves deeper into the murky underworld of informants and undercover operations. As the investigation unfolds, relationships are tested, secrets are revealed, and the true nature of trust is put to the ultimate test.

Le Cousin offers a gripping and thought-provoking look at the complexities of crime, justice, and the lengths people will go to in order to survive in a dangerous and unpredictable world.

Also Known As:

Le cousin

Release Date:

10 Dec 1997

Writers:

Michel Alexandre, Alain Corneau

Awards:

5 nominations

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