Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez
Overview
The ambitious police officer Cruchot is transferred to St. Tropez. He's struggling with crimes such as persistent nude swimming, but even more with his teenage daughter, who's trying to impress her rich friends by telling them her father was a millionaire and owned a yacht in the harbor.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez was released during the French New Wave period but stands apart due to its comedic style, reflecting a different approach to filmmaking in France at the time.
- The movie is known for its slapstick comedy and humor based on misunderstandings, making it a classic in the genre.
- Louis de Funès's iconic performance as Gendarme Clovis Lanogère adds to the film's charm and hilarity.
- The movie offers a unique perspective of Saint-Tropez before its transformation into a glamorous resort town.
- Its clever use of visual gags and physical humor makes it an entertaining watch.
Fun Facts
- Louis de Funès's character, Clovis Lanogère, was based on a real-life gendarme who inspired the original novel written by Paul Angellier.
- The movie marked the beginning of a successful series of films featuring the Gendarme character, with six sequels released between 1965 and 1985.
- A popular scene features Clovis Lanogère driving a Citroën DS through the streets of Saint-Tropez. This car became an iconic symbol of the French New Wave cinema.
Available Languages
English
US
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Deutsch
DE
Title: Der Gendarm von St. Tropez
"Der Gerdarm von Saint Tropez"
Français
FR
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Pусский
RU
Title: Жандарм из Сен-Тропе
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Polski
PL
Title: Żandarm z Saint-Tropez
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Italiano
IT
Title: Una ragazza a Saint Tropez
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