PlayTime (1967)
An incomparable spectacle.
Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the inventive urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic restaurant, along with several other quirky characters.
Director: Jacques Tati
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 115 min
Release Date: December 13, 1967
Cast
- Jacques Tati - Monsieur Hulot
- Barbara Dennek - Young Tourist
- Rita Maiden - Mr. Schultz's Companion
- France Rumilly - Woman Selling Eyeglasses
- France Delahalle - Shopper in Department Store
- Valérie Camille - Mr. Lacs's Secretary
- Erika Dentzler - Mme. Giffard
- Nicole Ray - Singer
- Yvette Ducreux - Hat Check Girl
- Nathalie Jem - Customer of the Royal Garden
Screenplay
- Jacques Tati (Screenplay)
- Art Buchwald (Screenplay)
- Jacques Lagrange (Screenplay)
Music: Francis Lemarque
Cinematography: Jean Badal, Andréas Winding
Editing: Gérard Pollicand
Production: Jolly Film, Specta Films
Country: France, Italy
Language: Deutsch, Français, English
Original Language: fr
Themes
Dark Comedy and Irony
Keywords
paris, france, modernity, restaurant, modern society, glass, american tourist, steel, satirical, absurd
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is PlayTime about?
- Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the inventive urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic restaurant, along with several other quirky characters.
- Who directed PlayTime?
- PlayTime was directed by Jacques Tati.
- Who stars in PlayTime?
- PlayTime stars Jacques Tati, Barbara Dennek, Rita Maiden, France Rumilly, France Delahalle, Valérie Camille.
- How long is PlayTime?
- PlayTime has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- What genre is PlayTime?
- PlayTime is a Comedy film.
- Where was PlayTime produced?
- PlayTime was produced in France, Italy.
- What are the themes of PlayTime?
- The themes of PlayTime include: Dark Comedy and Irony.