A Monkey in Winter
The Story of Two Very Uncommon Men...With One Purpose in Common!
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A bittersweet comedy-drama about two men testing the limits of self-discipline and friendship against the pull of old habits and desire, set in post-war Normandy.
During World War II, an innkeeper vows to abstain from alcohol for the sake of his family. Years later, as they thrive in Normandy, his resolve is tested by a charming advertising professional who loves to drink.
Essence
Ensemble
Jean Gabin
Albert Quentin
Jean-Paul Belmondo
Gabriel Fouquet
Suzanne Flon
Suzanne Quentin
Gabrielle Dorziat
Mme Victoria, la directrice
Hella Petri
Georgina, la patronne du bar
Marcelle Arnold
l'infirmière de la pension
Charles Bouillaud
le chauffeur de taxi
Anne-Marie Coffinet
Simone, une serveuse
André Dalibert
Maurice, le brigadier
Hélène Dieudonné
Joséphine
Geneviève Fontanel
Marie-Jo, la serveuse de l'hôtel
Gabriel Gobin
Un habitué du café
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