Dandelions by the Roots
Jockey Jack has a bill open with a gangster just released from jail. He somehow manages to parry the gangster's knife attack backstage at a theatre and the latter ends up dead being put into a double bass case. A day later the gangster mysteriously has disappeared, but it turns out that he was carrying a bet ticket for a horse race now worth over a million. A turbulent run for the money begins.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Des pissenlits par la racine |
| Year | 1964 |
| Country | France, Italy |
| Genre | Comedy, Crime |
| Director | Georges Lautner |
| Runtime | 95 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.4/10 (49 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.
Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.
For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.
Director: Georges Lautner
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.
🎭 Cast
Louis de Funès
Jacques, le cousin de Jérôme, dit « Jockey-Jack », petit truand
Michel Serrault
Jérôme Martinet, contrebassiste et comédien
Mireille Darc
Rockie « la Braise », femme entretenue
Francis Blanche
L'oncle Absalon, le savant farfelu
Maurice Biraud
Jo Arengeot, un petit truand sortant de prison
Darry Cowl
Gratiopoulos, le milliardaire à la soirée
Raymond Meunier
"La Douane", un complice de Jo
Hubert Deschamps
Le général Frédéric Cédille
Gianni Musy
Riton « Pommes-Chips », le petit truand assassiné
Barbara Brand
La comédienne qui joue Sonia
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