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Monsieur Albert
1976·Movie
·1h 40min·
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Good for date night · friends night · thought-provoking
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In this poetic slice-of-life film that reveals the problems and needs of a group of lowlife characters, unwed mother Vivaine (Dominique Labourier) falls in love with working-class youth Francois (Patrick Chesnais) who has a shady past. Albert (Philippe Noiret), a no-good insurance con-artist, poses for many years as Francois' friend, but tragedy ensues when Albert comes between the lovers, and Francois and Albert resort to physical violence to settle their differences.
Working ClassUnwed MotherLove TriangleInsurance Con-ArtistShady PastTragedyViolenceSlice of LifeFrench CinemaSocial Commentary
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Is Monsieur Albert good for date night?
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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.
Is Monsieur Albert plot-driven or character-driven?
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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.
Is Monsieur Albert in English?
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No, it was made in French.