La Puce à l'oreille
La Puce à l'oreille

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La Puce à l'oreille

1978
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French

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Raymond RouleauGenres: Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

In this French comedic farce, a respectable bourgeois woman, Madame Chandebise, suspects her husband, Raymonde Chandebise, of infidelity. To catch him in the act, she devises a plan to send him to a hotel known for its illicit rendezvous. However, a series of mistaken identities, farcical situations, and close calls ensue as various characters find themselves entangled in a web of suspicion and humorous misunderstandings.

Critical Reception

This adaptation of Georges Feydeau's classic play was generally well-received in France for its faithful translation of the stage comedy's humor and its strong ensemble cast. While not a major international cinematic event, it is appreciated by fans of classic French farce and Feydeau's work for its witty dialogue and physical comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful adaptation of a beloved French farce.

  • The comedic timing and the performances of the ensemble cast are highlights.

  • Captures the spirit of mistaken identity and escalating absurdities characteristic of Feydeau.

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Fun Fact

The play 'La Puce à l'oreille' (The Madwoman of Chaillot) by Georges Feydeau is a cornerstone of French bedroom farce, known for its intricate plotting and rapid-fire dialogue, which this film attempts to translate to the screen.

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