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Kenton 2022-04-19 09:02:38

(Playtime) 124'

The little friend said that the teacher of the modern architecture class spent three classes analyzing the film, such as the shots in the space, shooting techniques, etc., and I really want to listen to it. It tells the grotesqueness and discomfort of people in the surreal modern steel and glass in an almost silent film, reminiscent of the dream without pointers in "Wild Strawberry". But the director must be a gentle person. Talking about an unresolved contradiction does not make people feel heavy, but is used for Luo's jumping steps, the grandmother selling flowers, the real Paris reflected in the glass, softening the modern lines, using humorous and comedic effect to deal with the inhumanity of the modern city - albeit ironically. In the second half, the newly renovated restaurant was shattered, and people were dancing wildly and enthusiastically. Whether it was symbolism or consumerism, there were a lot of metaphors. But forgive me, I didn’t care much. I just remember a beautiful encounter with Mr. Huluo. , in the endless confusion makes people feel hopeful and vibrant, can only sigh: what a genius. It's hard to imagine that this is a movie from 1967. Even if it is still ahead of its time today, the recurring clues and characters may still be discovered after watching it several times.

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Extended Reading
  • Maeve 2022-03-24 09:03:02

    Tati used more avant-garde abstract paintings in the composition of this film, which caused a sense of loss. If the other two films express the opposition between man and society, warmth and loneliness through the encounter of Mr. Hulot, then this is the case. Through poetic and philosophical exposition, the film transforms Mr. Luo's personal experience into the plight of the entire human society. It can be said that Playtime is an allegorical summary of the Hulot trilogy.

  • Ransom 2022-03-24 09:03:02

    Three and a half. This concludes the Hulot trilogy. The set is expensive, the music is attentive, and the lines are very few. As for the comedy and satire, it is no worse than the previous two.

Playtime quotes

  • Barbara, Young Tourist: How do you say "drugstore" in French?

    Monsieur Hulot: Drugstore.

  • Monsieur Hulot: [in English, to Barbara] I'll be back.

    Old Woman 1: [in French] What's that mean?

    Old Woman 2: [in French] I've no idea. Can't they use French?