The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe
The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe

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The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe

1972
Movie
90 min
French

A hapless orchestra player becomes an unwitting pawn of rival factions within the French secret service after he is chosen as a decoy by being identified as a super secret agent.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Yves RobertGenres: Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

A mischievous military operation involving a supposed superspy goes hilariously wrong when a music professor, who happens to be tall and wearing only one black shoe, is mistaken for the target. The bewildered professor finds himself entangled in a web of espionage, seduction, and mistaken identity.

Critical Reception

The film was a significant commercial success in France and was generally well-received for its lighthearted humor and clever premise. It's often praised as a classic of French comedic cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its whimsical humor and inventive plot.

  • Appreciated for the charming performance of Pierre Richard.

  • Seen as a delightful example of classic French farce.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's timeless comedy and the endearing, accident-prone nature of its protagonist.

Fun Fact

The film's title and premise are inspired by a real-life incident where a man was mistakenly identified as a spy due to a minor wardrobe malfunction.

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