When the Pheasants Pass
Arsène Baudu and Hyacinthe, a pair of small-time crooks, fall prey to Alexandre Larsan-Bellac, who involves them (against their will) in high-profile swindling, but their success is quite limited. For starters they are deceived by Mrs. Paterson, a charming widow. Later on, Ribeiro, a Portuguese contractor and former victim of the two crooks, traces them and forces them to work on one of his building sites for damages. Just then, Larsan-Bellac resurfaces with plans to lure Ribeiro once again. —Guy Bellinger
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Quand passent les faisans |
| Year | 1965 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Édouard Molinaro |
| Runtime | 89 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.4/10 (18 votes) |
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The film constructs a classic farcical machine where each plot turn relies on a domino effect of mishaps and coincidences. It explores the eternal comedy of small-time ambitions colliding with grand designs through situational humor and exaggerated archetypes.
What lingers after the final reel is the gentle absurdity of petty schemers trapped in their own web. A lighthearted carnival of minor deceptions that refuses to take itself seriously. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Édouard Molinaro
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With afternoon tea on a lazy weekend, surrendering to its unpretentious, farcical rhythm.
🎭 Cast
Paul Meurisse
Alexandre Larsan-Bellac
Michel Serrault
Rimero
Bernard Blier
Hyacinthe Camus
Jean Lefebvre
Arsène Baudu
Yvonne Clech
Lady Valérie Paterson
Claire Maurier
Micheline Camus
Daniel Ceccaldi
le directeur Barnave
Robert Dalban
le concierge de l'hôtel
Jacques Dynam
le chauffeur de Rimero
Philippe Castelli
le barman
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