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Get Out Your Handkerchiefs (1978)

"The Delicious Anarchy of Love and Devotion"

6.619781h 48mFR
RomanceComedyDrama

Directed by Bertrand Blier

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

FR

Release

January 11, 1978

Director

Bertrand Blier

Official Trailer

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Overview

Solange is seriously depressed, and her kindhearted husband, Raoul, makes it his mission to cure her doldrums. After many failed attempts to cheer her up, Raoul hits upon a possible solution: find his wife a lover. Unfortunately, his choice, Stéphane, proves to be just as ineffectual in restoring he...

Cast

Gérard Depardieu

Gérard Depardieu

Raoul

Patrick Dewaere

Patrick Dewaere

Stéphane

Carole Laure

Carole Laure

Solange

Michel Serrault

Michel Serrault

le voisin

Eléonore Hirt

Eléonore Hirt

Mme Beloeil

Jean Rougerie

Jean Rougerie

M. Beloeil

Riton Liebman

Riton Liebman

Christian Beloeil

Sylvie Joly

Sylvie Joly

la passante

Michel Beaune

Michel Beaune

Le docteur Rue

Liliane Rovère

Liliane Rovère

La barmaid

Roger Riffard

Roger Riffard

Le médecin du port

André Thorent

André Thorent

Le professeur

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Get Out Your Handkerchiefs (1978), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Solange is seriously depressed, and her kindhearted husband, Raoul, makes it his mission to cure her doldrums. After many failed attempts to cheer her up, Raoul hits upon a possible solution: find his wife a lover. Unfortunately, his choice, Stéphane, proves to be just as ineffectual in restoring her flagging spirits. In the end, the gorgeous Solange finds her own, highly problematic tonic to her troubles in the form of a 13-year-old boy.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Get Out Your Handkerchiefs. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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