Listen "70. Tricky Tati"
Episode Synopsis
When it comes to post-sound era physical comedy, Jaques Tati's character Monsieur Hulot is an inspiration that still resounds today. Alex and Jonathan take a look at the complex scenarios created in Monsieur Hulot's Holiday (1953), Playtime (1967), and Trafic (1971). We talk about traits of the Hulot character, how Tati built a miniature city, and how he is able to convey specific gags in complexly choreographed wide shots.
Skip to:
7:04 – Monsieur Hulot's Holiday
22:25 – Playtime
42:49 – Trafic
57:34 – Overall
1:08:46 – Coming Attractions
Coming Attractions:
The Maltese Falcon (1941)
Double Indemnity (1944)
Touch of Evil (1958)
For more information, visit the blog:
thefilmlings.wordpress.com/2018/10/02/tricky-tati
Skip to:
7:04 – Monsieur Hulot's Holiday
22:25 – Playtime
42:49 – Trafic
57:34 – Overall
1:08:46 – Coming Attractions
Coming Attractions:
The Maltese Falcon (1941)
Double Indemnity (1944)
Touch of Evil (1958)
For more information, visit the blog:
thefilmlings.wordpress.com/2018/10/02/tricky-tati
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