This film is probably the best work by which to introduce someone unfamiliar
with Tati. I think the viewer must see it more than once to appreciate the odd little sight and sound gags. From the moment we are "buzzed" into the cold
home of Hulot's sister and her family we are privy to the little pretensions our hostess employs to impress her neighbors. A gurgling fish-shaped fountain is
only turned on when company comes (not included is Mr. Hulot, the
protagonist). At every turn the viewer can savor the contrast between this
small rustic French town and those striving to live out the modern dream life. From factory to home every nuance is gently ridiculed. As a fan of modernist
style I like this film, for it keeps me humble.
with Tati. I think the viewer must see it more than once to appreciate the odd little sight and sound gags. From the moment we are "buzzed" into the cold
home of Hulot's sister and her family we are privy to the little pretensions our hostess employs to impress her neighbors. A gurgling fish-shaped fountain is
only turned on when company comes (not included is Mr. Hulot, the
protagonist). At every turn the viewer can savor the contrast between this
small rustic French town and those striving to live out the modern dream life. From factory to home every nuance is gently ridiculed. As a fan of modernist
style I like this film, for it keeps me humble.