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To replace Hector Grofenol, the tyrannical boss of the "Tout pour le camping" factory, who has been put out of action, a group of employees call on his cousin Achille, a Provençal shepherd, thinking they can use him. But Achille is quick to take his role as CEO seriously, and becomes very enterprising. Fortunately, young secretary Martine uses her charms to calm this man with a thirst for power.
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Plot Summary
Set in the heart of Paris, the film follows the intertwined lives of several young women navigating their complex relationships and personal struggles during the early 1970s. Amidst social changes and personal desires, they confront issues of love, identity, and independence. The narrative captures moments of joy, melancholy, and the search for meaning in their urban existence.
Critical Reception
This film is a lesser-known work that received a modest reception upon its release, appreciated by some for its intimate portrayal of female experiences and its atmospheric depiction of Parisian life. However, it did not achieve widespread critical acclaim or commercial success, often overshadowed by more prominent French New Wave or contemporary films.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sensitive and nuanced exploration of young women's lives.
- Noted for its evocative, albeit sometimes slow-paced, portrayal of 1970s Paris.
- Considered an interesting, though obscure, piece of French cinema from the era.
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Fun Fact
Director Guy Gilles was known for his poetic and often melancholic style, frequently exploring themes of youth, love, and existential angst in his films, often with a biographical undertone.
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