Tapie

The scene with Bernard Tapie visiting the State Prosecutor in his office is one of the best scenes I've ever seen.

I was glued to the screen.

Great dialogues, thumbs up to the screen writers. Both using their own strategy & words to intimidate the other. Throwing in some psycholgy of war as well. You could feel the tension in that room. The prosecotur despizing Tapie for what he stands for, not for the human being he is. Very clever. Tapie throwing everything he knows at the prosecutor who keeps his calm.

Truely fascinating to watch. And the mise en scene is amazing, with eye for details, well filmed!

On a much lower scale, the ascension of Bernard Tapie and his aplomb reminded me of Trump... He was a media darling, a businessman that ended up laying off thousands of workers even though he promised he wouldn't... The only differences lie in the fact that Bernard Tapie was a real self made man who could not count on his father's money and that he got burned for flying too close to the sun! He also got married twice only! :-) Anyways, I really enjoyed this series and even though it was largely fictional, many scandals rang a bell to me as I grew up in France in the 80s-90s. It was really entertaining and I definitely recommend this series to anyone that would like to learn more about a man that is still revered as the Boss in Marseilles and who is still worshipped by many in France as the son of a factory worker who became a billionaire, a minister of the government, a tv host, a singer, an actor, a business owner who owned Adidas and changed its logo and the owner of one of the biggest French football club!

I recommend it, excellent biographical mini-series of an ambitious dreamer who didn't know when to stop.

Leader, Genius, Cheat, Courageous, Visionary...

Full of irreverent performances, it transports us to France in the 1970s and immerses us in the symbolism of its history.

I was surprised by the quality of the plot and the performances, Laurent Lafitte was very well accompanied by the sublime Joséphine Japy.

Throughout the series It felt like I was on a ferris wheel in constant motion. The story was very well told and detailed to shed light on a personality who obstinately marked his time.

Tapie.

This Netflix series centered around the life of Bernard Tapie proved to be an absolute gem. From the very start, we were unsure about committing to a full binge-watch, but once we started, there was no turning back. The storytelling, character development, and the actor's performances were all top-notch.

What truly sets this series apart is its ability to immerse you in the intriguing world of Bernard Tapie. It delves deep into the complexities of his life, his journey, and the challenges he faced, painting a vivid picture of a man who left an indelible mark on the world.

The writing is both engaging and thought-provoking, making it difficult to pause even for a moment. It's the kind of show that keeps you guessing and eager to see what happens next.

By the time we reluctantly called it a night, we couldn't help but reflect on the impact of this series. It's not just a show; it's an experience. If you're looking for a gripping, well-crafted narrative that will have you hooked from start to finish, this series is an absolute must-watch. Highly recommended!

I like very much the main actor performance ..he was so natural, so charismatic, so Bernard Tapie and his act make the series so real ..in the other hand .. I like the way the biography was presented ..it was like reading a book .. I didn't know Bernard Tapie before watching the series it make me more curious now about him .. I like also the choice from where they begin the story telling and also the End .. I like the fact that they did'nt make him look like hero or a legend but a human being with his mistakes, ambitions, glories and his "sortir de l'ordinaire" character ..he was a legend just by being himself ..