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Seen it?1967 | 115 min | Comedy
Friday Night FlickWhy it’s a Friday Night Flick
Critics loved it (98% on Rotten Tomatoes), audiences rate it highly (7.7 out of 10) and it's still drawing plenty of interest. Make plans for this one.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Ninotchka or As Good as It Gets, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 55 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in French, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Made in 1967: an older pace and style.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the inventive urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic restaurant, along with several other quirky characters.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
98% on Rotten Tomatoes, 99 on Metacritic
- AudiencesStrong
7.7 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 158K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jacques Tati
- Jacques TatiMonsieur Hulot
- Barbara DennekYoung Tourist
- Rita MaidenMr. Schultz's Companion
- France RumillyWoman Selling Eyeglasses
- France DelahalleShopper in Department Store
- Valérie CamilleMr. Lacs's Secretary
- Erika DentzlerMme. Giffard
- Nicole RaySinger
- Yvette DucreuxHat Check Girl
- Nathalie JemCustomer of the Royal Garden