The Brats is a French comedy-drama film directed by Anthony Marciano. The film follows the journey of a newly engaged man named Thomas, who meets his fiancé's father Gilbert, a man who is disillusioned with his life and convinced that he has missed out on all the fun and adventure in life because of his marriage to Suzanne.
Gilbert manages to convince Thomas to leave his fiancé Lola and explore the world without any commitments or responsibilities. The two men then embark on an adventurous journey to rediscover their adolescent dreams. They travel to different parts of France, party all night, and live each day as if it was their last.
The film explores the themes of mid-life crisis, nostalgia, and the fear of missing out. It shows how some people regret their life choices and feel trapped in their marriage, job, or other commitments. The Brats also touches upon the importance of finding a balance between responsibilities and enjoying life to the fullest.
The movie stars Vincent Macaigne as Gilbert, William Lebghil as Thomas, and Marie-Christine Barrault as Suzanne. The Brats received positive reviews from critics and audiences and was praised for its humor, the chemistry between the lead actors, and its thought-provoking storyline.