Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Hilarious French mockumentary's got language and cringe.
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Why Age 15+?
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What's the Story?
In FIASCO Raphaël Valande (Pierre Niney) is a director who's telling the story of his grandmother's role in the French resistance during World War II. He's got a financial backer, he's got a great cast, he's got realistic sets. What he doesn't have is a clue about directing a movie. Actors demand changes he doesn't have the budget to make, stunts go sideways, and on top of it all, someone is secretly threatening to ruin him. Will the film be finished? Or will Raphaël be finished first?
Is It Any Good?
An enjoyable, chaotic comedic romp, this mockumentary makes a meal of awkward moments. Fiasco suffers a little from dubbing, but the actors paint in broad comedic strokes, apparent in their physical comedy as well. Teens and parents should be aware that there's lots of language in this show, but there's a strong script underneath the F-bombs.
A plot twist in which a "mole" blackmails the filmmakers provides urgency, which makes this show even more watchable. Fans of mockumentaries and parodies will definitely appreciate this amusing series.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about perseverance. Lots of things go wrong for the filmmakers in this show. How do you get things accomplished even when everything seems to go wrong?
This comedy hinges on things being out of control. Do people have to exercise more self-control when there's chaos? What do you do when things go bonkers?
The main character manages to show gratitude even when crazy things are happening on set. Are you able to keep a mindset of gratitude? What happens when you do?
TV Details
- Premiere date : April 30, 2024
- Cast : Vincent Cassel , Francois Civil , Pierre Niney
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Comedy
- Topics : History
- Character Strengths : Gratitude , Humility , Self-control
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- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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