No-nonsense factory worker Jean Gabin (François) falls in love with flower-girl Jacqueline Laurent (Françoise). However, she is seeing dog-trainer and master story-teller Jules Barry (Valentin). The story focuses on the rivalry between these 2 and their dialogue between one another is compelling and drives the film along. Arletty (Clara) also plays a good role as Barry's ex-assistant who has broken free from him and formed a liaison with Gabin. This is a French film, so guess what, don't expect a happy ending!
There are some cruel conversations and very frank dialogue exchanges between the characters. And some interesting lies that are thrown out there! It's an entertaining film but let down for me by a gloomy ending. The actors do well - Barry is excellent in his role whilst Laurent is a bit of a weirdo. Not sure if she is a simpleton innocent or a master manipulator. Characters tell lies and Gabin can't align with this way of being. Arletty and the others can. Maybe this is the moral of the story - if you can't cope with a little deception, then maybe this life isn't for you.
So, get lying, everyone. Go forth and tell some crackers. I have now retired from the rat race (my aim was always to get out once I could) and I think I will now tell people that I am a Legal Arbitrator if I am asked. All that means is that I am listed on a Power of Attorney document for my dad. It sounds like a top profession, though - ha ha.
There are some cruel conversations and very frank dialogue exchanges between the characters. And some interesting lies that are thrown out there! It's an entertaining film but let down for me by a gloomy ending. The actors do well - Barry is excellent in his role whilst Laurent is a bit of a weirdo. Not sure if she is a simpleton innocent or a master manipulator. Characters tell lies and Gabin can't align with this way of being. Arletty and the others can. Maybe this is the moral of the story - if you can't cope with a little deception, then maybe this life isn't for you.
So, get lying, everyone. Go forth and tell some crackers. I have now retired from the rat race (my aim was always to get out once I could) and I think I will now tell people that I am a Legal Arbitrator if I am asked. All that means is that I am listed on a Power of Attorney document for my dad. It sounds like a top profession, though - ha ha.