Un singe en hiver

"The Story of Two Very Uncommon Men...With One Purpose in Common!"

Jan 31 1963 N/A 1h 45m

Comedy, Drama

During World War II, an innkeeper vows to abstain from alcohol for the sake of his family. Years later, as they thrive in Normandy, his resolve is tested by a charming advertising professional who loves to drink.

Plot

Albert is an inn owner who vowed never to drink again if he and his wife survived the war. They did, and the reformed alcoholic keeps his vow. But times have changed and soon after the war, Albert comes in contact with Gabriel, a young man prone to heavy bouts with the bottle. Gabriel is conflicted over visiting his young daughter in a nearby school and in a moment of nostalgia, Albert takes off with him on one major binge -- and havoc results.

Written by

Antoine Blondin, François Boyer, Michel Audiard

Directed by

Henri Verneuil

Cast

Jean Gabin, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Suzanne Flon

Crew

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Production Countries

France

Production Companies

Cité Films, Compagnie Internationale de Productions Cinématographiques (CIPRA)

Languages

Français

Awards

N/A

Scores

# of Votes

3,723

Average Rating

7.4 out of 10

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