Les Chèvres ! is a historical comedy by Fred Cavayé, based on a surprising true story: in the 17th century, animals could be brought to trial just like human beings. In this offbeat setting, Dany Boon plays Maître Pompignac, a small-time lawyer who sees the defense of a goat accused of murder as a unique opportunity to shine. Alongside him, Jérôme Commandeur plays his feared rival, Maître Valvert, while Claire Chust completes this colorful cast in a judicial satire that's as improbable as it is amusing.
Les Chèvres ! will be available on Netflix from May 21, 2025.
Here's the trailer for Les Chèvres! a zany historical comedy featuring a crazy duel of lawyers in a unique trial.
Synopsis: Did you know that in the 17th century, animals could be put on trial for committing a crime? Maître Pompignac, the laughingstock of the bar, thinks he's found the case of his life: defending the young and innocent Josette, wrongly accused of the murder of a marshal... But he's without counting on his opponent, the redoubtable and renowned Maître Valvert, and especially on Josette, who turns out to be none other than... a goat!
Les Chèvres ! could appeal to audiences with a taste for slapstick French comedies, in the spirit of Les Visiteurs or Kaamelott. The mix of real historical elements and absurdist humor makes for offbeat, family-friendly entertainment, with an original retelling of period trials.
Les Chèvres ! takes a humorous look at a little-known episode in the history of the judiciary, featuring an effective comic duo and a scenario that's as unlikely as it is endearing. A historical farce starring Dany Boon and Jérôme Commandeur, to be discovered in streaming for a light-hearted and crazy interlude.
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