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PlayTime (1973)

FR Released

An incomparable spectacle.

Director: Jacques Tati |Writers: Jacques Tati, Jacques Lagrange, Art Buchwald |Stars: Jacques Tati, Barbara Dennek, Rita Maiden
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★ 7.7/10
Rating: ★ 7.7/10 (699 votes) · IMDb ↗
Genre: Comedy
Duration: 1h 55m
Language: FR
Release Date: Jun 27, 1973
Country: France, Italy
Director: Jacques Tati

Storyline

Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the inventive urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic restaurant, along with several other quirky characters.

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Original titlePlayTime
Release dateJun 27, 1973
StatusReleased
Keywordshilarious, paris, france, restaurant, satirical, modernity, american tourist, modern society, glass, steel

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What is PlayTime about?

Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the inventive urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic restaurant, along with several other quirky characters.

When was PlayTime released?

PlayTime was released on Jun 27, 1973 (status: Released).

Who directed PlayTime?

Jacques Tati directed PlayTime.

What is the TMDB rating of PlayTime?

PlayTime has a TMDB rating of 7.7/10 from 699 votes.