Nothing to Hide

The Italians have managed to create a very good and appealing script. How else can you explain that more than ten countries have already made their own version of this film based on it, and more are planning to do so. There should be an English-language one among them. In France, they didn't invent anything new either, sticking almost perfectly to the Italian model. And I think that's a good thing, because the script is of such high quality that it doesn't stop entertaining me, perhaps even after watching all the remakes. The same problems, the same characters, the same crazy idea. The only things that change are the names of the characters, the food served in the evening, the jokes told, and a few minor cultural differences. And that's probably what I enjoy most about it. Anyway, I liked the French version, a strong 4 stars. (2020-07-11)

Considering that this is perhaps a very faithful remake of the Italian film Perfect Strangers, I can't give it a full rating. All those involved in this dinner (who "have nothing to hide") gradually reveal their secrets and lies, and it is in these revelations that the film brings nothing new. But it's still an incredible emotional ride and a great conversational piece. What makes this version different is the energy and performances delivered by the French actors, otherwise it's just exactly the same. However, I was tense despite knowing what was to come, so this remake definitely deserves a high rating. It's possible that whoever sees this version first will be as shattered as I was when I saw the Italian one. Both films are excellent because they work with a great premise, a great script and great actors, but for me, first come, first served. (2019-01-03)

Since when does France need to remake other European films, especially from Italy? Completely unnecessary. But if this is the first version you see, I think you’ll be satisfied. The Italian original is a five-star film, and while I don’t even want to rate this one, I’ll admit that watching it on autopilot, I was surprised by how much France tried to straight-up copy certain scenes. I’d expect this from Hollywood, but from the French? (2020-06-10)

I saw Nothing to Hide about a year ago and was so intrigued that I started looking for the original Italian film Perfect Strangers, which the French had obviously ripped off without any invention of their own. If that wasn't the case, I would certainly rate this film better. After all, there are certainly countless ways to develop this excellent theme or to make it more interesting. (65%) (2020-10-25)