Coup de Chance ★★★★

Fanny (Lou de Laage) and Alain (Niels Schneider) reunite by chance on a Paris sidewalk. Alain, who secretly longed for Fanny, sees this as a sign their fates are linked. However, Fanny is married to Jean (Melvil Poupaud), a dangerous businessman. Despite her marriage, Fanny is drawn to Alain, but Jean is not one to be deceived easily.

The film’s dialogue propels the story, typical of Woody Allen’s work. You’ll find no action scenes here; instead, the characters inhabit city parks, cocktail parties, and art galleries, serving as vessels for Allen’s ideas.

“Coup de Chance” has many twists, the initial shocks keep viewers engaged. Fans of Woody Allen will appreciate the film’s nostalgic, simple approach.

Nonetheless, the whole story centers on the randomness of life. This may make some plot points feel convenient, but it also energizes the narrative, encouraging us to embrace the miracle of our lives.