The Eye of the Monocle
L'Œil du Monocle
Synopsis
In 1943, a German commando conceals a large quantity of gold in an undersea cave on the coast of Corsica. Years later, Schlumpf, the sole survivor of the commando, returns to Corsica to recuperate the treasure -- with British and Soviet spies on his heels, and closely monitored by Dromard, from the French intelligence services. The monocled Dromard is convinced that he can outfox his opponents, but difficulties accumulate: despite his plump appearance, Herr Schlumpf is a sly fellow; Corsica is teeming with treasure hunters from various nationalities; and all parties readily resort to unnatural alliances, brazen treachery, and strong-arm tactics. Who will get the treasure?
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Paul Meurisse
Théobald 'Monocle' Dromard
Elga Andersen
Erika Murger
Gaia Germani
Diana
Charles Millot
Matlov
Robert Dalban
Poussin
Maurice Biraud
Martigue
Georges Lautner
German Officer
Raymond Meunier
Bob Dugoinneau
Paul Mercey
Schlumpf
Henri Cogan
Archiloque
Jean Luisi
Un 'sinistre'
Jean-Michel Audin
Un 'sinistre'
Josette Demay
Waitress
Michel Duplaix
Archiloque's Accomplice
Richard Larke
Major Cyring
Barbara Brand
Dancer
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 2015
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Georges Lautner
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacques Robert, Colonel Rémy, Georges Lautner
- Original Title
- L'Œil du Monocle
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Russian, German, French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Viatele, Les Films Borderie, Orex Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Georges Lautner
Jacques Robert, Colonel Rémy, Georges Lautner
Paul Joly
Department Leadership Roster
Georges Lautner
Director
Jacques Robert
Writer
Paul Joly
Producer
Colonel Rémy
Writer
Georges Lautner
Writer
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What is The Eye of the Monocle about?
In 1943, a German commando conceals a large quantity of gold in an undersea cave on the coast of Corsica. Years later, Schlumpf, the sole survivor of the commando, returns to Corsica to recuperate the treasure -- with British and Soviet spies on his heels, and closely monitored by Dromard, from the French intelligence services. The monocled Dromard is convinced that he can outfox his opponents, but difficulties accumulate: despite his plump appearance, Herr Schlumpf is a sly fellow; Corsica is teeming with treasure hunters from various nationalities; and all parties readily resort to unnatural alliances, brazen treachery, and strong-arm tactics. Who will get the treasure?
Who directed The Eye of the Monocle?
The Eye of the Monocle was directed by Georges Lautner.
Who stars in The Eye of the Monocle?
The principal cast of The Eye of the Monocle includes Paul Meurisse, Elga Andersen, Gaia Germani, Charles Millot, Robert Dalban.
When was The Eye of the Monocle released and how long is it?
The Eye of the Monocle was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.