The Fall of the American Empire

Pierre-Paul is a young intellectual with a PhD in philosophy, who works as a courier to make ends meet. One day, while delivering a package, he comes across two dead bodies, unclaimed sacks containing millions of dollars, and a dilemma: Leave? Call the police? Or maybe, take the money and run? Canadian master and Oscar-winner, Denys Arcand’s (The Barbarian Invasions, Jesus of Montreal, Love & Human Remains) new film offers a witty and poignant commentary on the absolute domination of money in a modern society that has lost its values. Arcand combines crime thriller and social drama elements with abundant humor, resulting in a unique cinematic experience that satisfies viewers on every level.