Happy Easter(1984) -
While popular in France, it is also noted for having a cult following in Hungary due to its high-quality dubbing. Happy Easter (1984)
(original French title: Joyeuses Pâques ) is a 1984 French comedy film directed by Georges Lautner . Based on the 1980 play by Jean Poiret, the film is a fast-paced sex farce starring French cinema legend Jean-Paul Belmondo . Plot Overview Happy Easter(1984)
Critics at the time and modern reviewers often describe it as a light, entertaining "soufflé" of a movie that relies heavily on Belmondo's personal charm and comedic timing. While popular in France, it is also noted
The film is characterized by "zany situations," wild car chases, and Belmondo’s high-energy, physical performance. Plot Overview Critics at the time and modern
The plan for a secret getaway goes awry when his wife returns home unexpectedly due to a flight cancellation. Caught in a compromising situation, Stéphane frantically claims that Julie is actually his long-lost daughter from a previous marriage. Julie plays along, leading to an escalating series of absurd lies and comical stunts as Stéphane attempts to keep his wife from discovering the truth. Director: Georges Lautner. Writers: Jean Poiret and Georges Lautner. Stéphane Margelle: Jean-Paul Belmondo . Julie: Sophie Marceau . Sophie Margelle: Marie Laforêt . Marlène Chataigneau: Rosy Varte (Julie's mother). Production and Style
The story follows Stéphane Margelle (Belmondo), a successful industrialist and chronic womanizer. After dropping his wife, Sophie (), at the airport for the Easter weekend, he immediately picks up a much younger woman named Julie ( Sophie Marceau ).