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In this clever and thought-provoking French comedy, we follow the lives of three characters who seem to have nothing in common, yet whose stories intertwine in a fascinating way. On one hand, we have Jean, an ambitious businessman who is always seeking success and recognition in a competitive world. On the other hand, there's Jeanne, an actress yearning to find her place in the cutthroat world of theater and television, even though she often feels trapped in her pursuit of fame. Finally, there’s the charismatic and innovative researcher, who applies his theories about human nature in a surprising social experiment.

As the lives of these characters intersect, the film explores themes of human nature, relationships, and social expectations. The plot unfolds in a context filled with absurd humor and unexpected situations, prompting the audience to question the decisions and motivations of each character. At its core, it raises the question of whether we are truly the architects of our destiny or simply following a script that others have written for us. The film not only entertains but also invites us to reflect on the individual’s role in society and the internal struggles we face in searching for our place in the world. With a unique approach and an engaging narrative, it is a work that leaves a mark and makes us laugh and reflect at the same time.

Media type
Movie
Year
1980
Director
Alain Resnais
Writer
Jean Gruault
Henri Laborit
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
7.60
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
86.00
Actors
Gérard Depardieu
Nicole Garcia
Roger Pierre
Nelly Borgeaud
Pierre Arditi
Gérard Darrieu
Philippe Laudenbach
Marie Dubois
Henri Laborit
Bernard Malaterre
Laurence Roy
Alexandre Rignault
Véronique Silver
Jean Lescot
Geneviève Mnich
Maurice Gauthier
Guillaume Boisseau
Ina Bedart
Ludovic Salis
François Calvez
Stephanie Loustau
Monique Mauclair
Damien Boisseau
Gaston Vacchia
Bertrand Lepage
Jean-Philippe Puymartin
Catherine Frot
Valérie Dréville
Brigitte Roüan
Max Vialle
Yves Peneau
Jean-Bernard Guillard
Laurence Février
Charlotte Bonnet
Jean Dasté
Anne-Christine Joinneau
Sébastien Drai
Marjorie Godin
Liliane Gaudet
Isabelle Ganz
Maria Laborit
Albert Médina
Laurence Badie
Carène Ferrey
Sabine Thomas
Catherine Serre
Jacques Rispal
Héléna Manson
Serge Feuillard
Gilette Barbier
Dominique Rozan
Michel Muller
Danielle Darrieux
Jean Gabin
Jean Marais
Gender
Comedy
Drama
Romance
Country
France
Producers
Philippe Dussart
Roger Corman
Original title
Mon oncle d'Amérique
Duration
126
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