You should probably only watch this if you have a thing for Adolphe Menjou’s mustache or early French talkies. It’s a movie for people who don't mind a bit of static in their audio and a lot of stagey arm-waving. 🎺 If you’re looking for something fast-paced, move on. This thing moves at the speed of a tired turtle. ...
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Jean de Limur
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"You should probably only watch this if you have a thing for Adolphe Menjou’s mustache or early French talkies. It’s a movie for people who don't mind a bit of static in their audio and a lot of stagey arm-waving. 🎺 If you’re looking for something fast-paced, move on. This thing moves at the speed of a tired turtle. The whole plot is basically a role reversal. Menjou plays this dad who has been away, and he comes back to find his son is a super serious, almost depressing young man. It’s funn..."
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