A Monkey in Winter (1962)
The Story of Two Very Uncommon Men...With One Purpose in Common!
1962 · 1h 45m · Drama, Comedy
Genres: Drama, Comedy
During World War II, an innkeeper vows to abstain from alcohol for the sake of his family. Years later, as they thrive in Normandy, his resolve is tested by a charming advertising professional who loves to drink.
Director: Henri Verneuil
Writers: Michel Audiard, Antoine Blondin, François Boyer
Music by: Michel Magne
Cinematography: Louis Page
Editor: Françoise Bonnot, Monique Bonnot
Rated 7.5/10 by 236 viewers
Cast
Jean Gabin as Albert QuentinJean-Paul Belmondo as Gabriel FouquetSuzanne Flon as Suzanne QuentinGabrielle Dorziat as Mme Victoria, la directriceHella Petri as Georgina, la patronne du barMarcelle Arnold as l'infirmière de la pensionCharles Bouillaud as le chauffeur de taxiAnne-Marie Coffinet as Simone, une serveuseAndré Dalibert as Maurice, le brigadierHélène Dieudonné as JoséphineGeneviève Fontanel as Marie-Jo, la serveuse de l'hôtelGabriel Gobin as Un habitué du caféMore like this
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