As he takes pictures of a couple of newlyweds, Adolphe Cocu, a photographer specialized in weddings, is skeptical of the viability of the couple. Unfortunately for them, Cocu was right: one week later, husband and wife can't stand each other and come to blows.
Is it worth your time? Honestly, if you have a soft spot for vintage slapstick that doesn’t take itself too seriously, go for it. It’s perfect for a rainy afternoon when you just want something light and slightly mean-spirited. If you need grand stakes or deep character arcs, you’ll probably find this as dry as a weddi...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Henri Decoin
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"Is it worth your time? Honestly, if you have a soft spot for vintage slapstick that doesn’t take itself too seriously, go for it. It’s perfect for a rainy afternoon when you just want something light and slightly mean-spirited. If you need grand stakes or deep character arcs, you’ll probably find this as dry as a wedding cake left out in the sun. Adolphe Cocu is the kind of guy who knows exactly how a marriage is going to end before the groom even finishes his vows. There’s something deeply rel..."
Henri Decoin
France
