This film is similar to another recent French film the Brotherhood of the Wolf. They are both similar visual treats in which the actors are there to complement the spectacle. Vidocq is not a bad film. Depardieu is at his best while doing films in his native French. It was good to see him in this type of role and film. It was fun watching him (though he could shed a few pounds now and then). The supporting cast is excellent as well. This is a 19th century France that is gritty and the streets are approached from an angle of realism. It's the 19th century and you feel like it is right around the corner. It breathes life. Well done and leaves you looking forward to the next work of this director.
