Monsieur Hulot's Holiday (1953)

Name: Monsieur Hulot's Holiday
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1953
Duration: 87 min
Cast: Jacques Tati, Nathalie Pascaud, Micheline Rolla, Louis Perrault, Valentine Camax

1h 27m France

Comedy

Plot

Monsieur Hulot, the charmingly awkward character created by Jacques Tati, embarks on a vacation at a coastal retreat, where his antics lead to a string of humorous mishaps. This cinematic gem, filled with subtle physical comedy, showcases a delightful array of meticulously timed visual gags featuring dogs, boats, and fireworks. As the inaugural installment of the Hulot series, this film not only highlights Tati’s comedic genius but also catapulted him into global fame.

Cast

Jacques Tati Nathalie Pascaud Micheline Rolla Louis Perrault Valentine Camax André Dubois Lucien Frégis Raymond Carl René Lacourt Suzy Willy Marguerite Gérard Nicole Chomo Édouard Francomme Georges Adlin Pierre Aubert