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La pendule à Salomon
Jean-Baptiste Rousse, nicknamed Noble Coeur, a journeyman carpenter in a village in Bigorre, was deported in 1942. On his return, he realizes that his compatriots have let the wood reserves on his building site be stolen. After an altercation with the mayor, he decides to take justice into his own hands and, with the help of his son Roland, cuts down the trees in the communal forest to pay him back. The mayor alerts the police. Noble Coeur takes refuge in the bell tower and, when the mayor refuses to let him bring in his wood, he demolishes it with an axe.
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Plot Summary
A young, intelligent woman named Salomon lives a relatively simple life, spending her days in contemplation and reading. Her life takes a turn when she encounters two very different men who vie for her attention. As she navigates their advances and her own desires, she must decide between a life of quiet solitude and the complexities of romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed reception, with critics often divided on its artistic merits and narrative coherence. While some praised its visual style and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be somewhat meandering and the thematic explorations superficial.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its aesthetic sensibilities and moody atmosphere.
Criticized for a lack of narrative drive and underdeveloped characters.
Some viewers found the performances compelling, particularly from the female lead.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce, making it difficult to ascertain a general consensus. However, available comments suggest a divided audience, with some appreciating its artistic direction and others finding it slow-paced or lacking in substance.
Fun Fact
Françoise Hardy, primarily known as a singer, made her acting debut in this film, showcasing a different facet of her artistic talents.
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