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The Stud

1970 · 90 min Comedy
4.7 / 10 · TMDB

Veterinary surgeon William Chaminade is having a peaceful holiday in the South of France when he is witness to an event that will change not only his life but the destiny of France! A young woman tries to kill herself by jumping from the upstairs window of the hotel where he is staying. Thanks to the services of a passing athlete, the woman is unharmed, and she reveals that her distress is down to her husband’s apparent lack of interest in her. Immediately, Chaminade has a brainwave. He will open a special centre for people like this unfortunate young woman, who will be able to satisfy their romantic needs, at the tax payers’ expense. All is well until this innovative ’pleasure centre’ draws the attention of an over-zealous tax inspector, Dupuis...

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📋 Film Details

Original Title L'Étalon
Year 1970
Country France
Genre Comedy
Director Jean-Pierre Mocky
Runtime 90 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.7/10 (15 votes)

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The film constructs its satire on the contrast between a seemingly noble idea and its absurd implementation at the taxpayer's expense. It relies on the lightness of French comedy and the actors' delivery, who discuss utterly ridiculous bureaucratic details with straight faces.

Those who tire of heavy-handed satire will find a cheerful, carefree watch where even social commentary is delivered with a smile and graceful humor. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Jean-Pierre Mocky

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