Gros câlin
Synopsis
Monsieur Cousin, a lonely Parisian statistician, shares his small apartment with a python named Gros-Câlin, seeking warmth and companionship. Infatuated with his coworker, Mlle Dreyfus, he awkwardly tries to win her affection, misinterpreting social cues and struggling with human connection. His eccentric attachment to the snake alienates him further, as his longing for intimacy blurs the line between reality and fantasy. Despite seeking advice and making misguided attempts at love, he remains isolated. The film follows his tragicomic struggle, ending ambiguously as he grapples with his unfulfilled need for human warmth.
Top Cast
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Jean Carmet
Emile Cousin
Marthe Villalonga
Mrs. Astrid
Francis Perrin
The taxi driver
Alvaro Vitali
Stretcher bearer
Enrico Maria Salerno
The President
Nino Manfredi
Parisi
Véronique Mucret
Irénée Dreyfuss
Jeanne Herviale
La concierge d'Irène
Annie Savarin
Conchita
Katia Tchenko
La putain
Clément Harari
Tsoures
André Penvern
M. Champjoie
Tatiana Vialle
La jeune fille
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Pierre Rawson
- Screenplay & Story
- Romain Gary, Agenore Incrocci, Furio Scarpelli
- Original Score
- Jean-Pierre Doering
- Original Title
- Gros câlin
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Pierre Rawson
Romain Gary, Agenore Incrocci, Furio Scarpelli
Jean-Pierre Doering
Claude Becognée
Jacqueline Thiédot
Anne-Marie Toursky
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Pierre Rawson
Director
Agenore Incrocci
Writer
Furio Scarpelli
Writer
Anne-Marie Toursky
Producer
Jean-Pierre Doering
Original Music Composer
Claude Becognée
Director of Photography
Jacqueline Thiédot
Editor
René-Yves Bouty
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gros câlin
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What is Gros câlin about?
Monsieur Cousin, a lonely Parisian statistician, shares his small apartment with a python named Gros-Câlin, seeking warmth and companionship. Infatuated with his coworker, Mlle Dreyfus, he awkwardly tries to win her affection, misinterpreting social cues and struggling with human connection. His eccentric attachment to the snake alienates him further, as his longing for intimacy blurs the line between reality and fantasy. Despite seeking advice and making misguided attempts at love, he remains isolated. The film follows his tragicomic struggle, ending ambiguously as he grapples with his unfulfilled need for human warmth.
Who directed Gros câlin?
Gros câlin was directed by Jean-Pierre Rawson.
Who stars in Gros câlin?
The principal cast of Gros câlin includes Jean Carmet, Marthe Villalonga, Francis Perrin, Alvaro Vitali, Enrico Maria Salerno.
When was Gros câlin released and how long is it?
Gros câlin was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Gros câlin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gros câlin was composed by Jean-Pierre Doering.
Is Gros câlin based on a book or true story?
Gros câlin is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Romain Gary".