The Fireman of the Folies-Bergere
After a lengthy period of watching the dancers at the Folies Bergères, a fireman stops in for a drink. As he becomes intoxicated, his thoughts return to the dancers, and he begins to see images of nude dancers all around him. Whether he goes into the subway, rides on a streetcar, or returns to the fire station, he continues to see the same imaginary sights.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le Pompier des Folies Bergères |
| Year | 1928 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Runtime | 8 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.5/10 (10 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its comedy on the contrast between the fireman's rigid uniform and the chaos of his fantasies, relying on simple yet expressive visual tricks to materialize his drunken hallucinations. It explores silent-era physical humor through the protagonist's bewildered reactions to a world transformed by desire.
What lingers after viewing is the charm of a playful, surreal Paris where everyday objects morph into objects of obsession. A lighthearted farce about a single thought consuming reality. — MovieFinder Editorial
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With a drink in hand, ideally among friends who appreciate silent-era visual wit and playful surrealism.
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