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Les clients d'Avrenos
Istambul, 1967. Two women meet at Avrenos, a tavern in the old city. Nouchi, the brunette, is mourning the death of Bernard de Jonsac, an employee of the French Embassy who recently died. It is Lélia, the blonde, who asked her to come. She wants to understand the ties that bound them both to Jonsac, to understand the strange couple that this desperate dandy formed with Nouchi, the ex-Bulgarian bar girl. Lélia, the middle-class woman from Istanbul, wants to understand at last, ten years after the tragedy that has left her confined to a wheelchair for life...
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Plot Summary
The film follows a group of eccentric characters who frequent a peculiar establishment. As their lives intertwine, they navigate comedic situations and personal dramas. The narrative unfolds with a series of amusing encounters and unexpected twists.
Critical Reception
'Les clients d'Avrenos' is a lighthearted French comedy that offers simple entertainment. While not critically acclaimed, it was generally seen as a harmless and occasionally amusing diversion. Audience reception was modest, appreciating its comedic tone and straightforward plot.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted comedic moments.
Noted for its straightforward and simple plot.
Some found the humor to be predictable.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Les clients d'Avrenos' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by Stéphane Kappes, who has also worked extensively in television production in France.
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