The Good Life (1964)

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After twenty-seven long months spent in Algeria, Frédéric Simon, a young photographer is determined to forget this time of trouble. Now that the Army has finally discharged him he wants to live the good life. And at first, things go according to his wishes: not only does he marry Sylvie but they are invited by a wealthy man to Monte Carlo, where they spend a dream honeymoon. But back in Paris, hard times await them. Not finding work easily along with having to live in a cramped apartment make Frédéric bitter and unpleasant. When Sylvie becomes pregnant, he slams the door and finds consolation in the arms of Christine, an ex girlfriend, which he soon regrets. At last, the situation improves. Frédéric finds work and starts making money as a fashion photographer. But the good life cannot go on: one morning a policeman knocks at the young couple's door: the country wants Frédéric back in the Army.

Cast & Crew

Director
Robert Enrico
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    Frédéric Simon Frédéric de Pasquale
  • Profile picture of Josée Steiner
    Sylvie Simon Josée Steiner
  • Profile picture of Odile Geoffroy
    Kiki Odile Geoffroy
  • Profile picture of Françoise Giret
    Christiane Françoise Giret
  • Profile picture of Lucienne Hamon
    The bus guide Lucienne Hamon
  • Profile picture of Gregori Chmara
    Joseph - the rich friend Gregori Chmara
  • Profile picture of Nane Germon
    Mary - Joseph's wife Nane Germon
  • Profile picture of Nicole Desailly
    Nicole Desailly

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