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Le Voyage de monsieur Perrichon
Television adaptation of the comedy by Eugène Labiche and Edouard Martin, written in 1860. On the Buttes Chaumont plateau, transformed into the Gare de Lyon, Monsieur Perrichon, who has all the makings of an honest bourgeois, sets off on a pleasure trip with his wife and his pretty daughter Henriette. He has no idea that his daughter's two official suitors will give this trip a fantastic turn.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy, somewhat stingy man, Monsieur Perrichon, takes his family and his prospective son-in-law on a lavish vacation to the mountains. The trip is meant to impress his fiancée and her mother, but it quickly devolves into a series of comical mishaps and misunderstandings. Perrichon's miserly nature clashes with the extravagance of the trip, leading to humorous situations as he tries to get the most out of his money while indulging in what he believes to be a sophisticated holiday.
Critical Reception
The film is a lesser-known work by Jean-Pierre Mocky, often viewed as a lighthearted, albeit somewhat predictable, comedy typical of its era. While not a critical darling, it offers a glimpse into the comedic sensibilities of 1950s French cinema and showcases early performances from its notable cast.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a charming, if simple, comedic narrative.
Features early performances from future stars.
Reflects a light and escapist tone common in mid-20th century French comedies.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this particular film, but it is generally considered a standard comedy of its time.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Jean-Paul Belmondo's early roles before his international stardom in the French New Wave.
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