Je prends la chose... du bon côté!
Je prends la chose... du bon côté!

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Je prends la chose... du bon côté!

1974
Movie
100 min
French

Francis makes a living from his charms, satisfying a large and varied clientele. His gigolo activity is beginning to tire him. A couple of perverted customers, wanting to see him make love with their dog Rita, decide to give up for good. He joins Martine, a healthy, well-balanced young woman.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Jean-Michel RyckebuschGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

This vibrant musical comedy follows the escapades of a group of musicians and artists in Paris. Facing financial struggles and artistic challenges, they find themselves in a series of humorous situations as they strive to achieve their dreams. The film blends witty dialogue with catchy musical numbers, creating a lighthearted and entertaining viewing experience.

Critical Reception

'Je prends la chose... du bon côté!' is a charming, albeit somewhat obscure, French musical comedy that showcases the talents of its comedic actors. While not a critical darling, it was generally seen as a fun and lighthearted diversion for audiences, appreciated for its musical interludes and comedic performances, particularly from Michel Galabru and Darry Cowl.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its energetic musical numbers.

  • Praised for the comedic chemistry between its lead actors.

  • Seen as a nostalgic, lighthearted piece of French cinema.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific audience sentiments.

Fun Fact

The film features several original songs performed by the cast, highlighting the musical talents beyond their acting abilities.

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