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The Sad Sack

1950 · 87 min Comedy

Thanks to a bit of string-pulling by his aunt, Jean du Bois d'Ombelles, a young recruit who has blue blood in his veins, hopes to go through a nice and comfortable military service. Unfortunately he becomes Corporal Bourrache's pet aversion. Nevertheless, against all expectations, Jean ends up taking a liking for military life.

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Original Title Tire au flanc
Year 1950
Country France
Genre Comedy
Director Fernand Rivers
Runtime 87 min.

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The Sad Sack is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1950. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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