Traffic (1971)
Synopsis: At Altra Motors,
Mr. Hulot designs an ingenious camper car with lots of clever features. A lorry
hauls the prototype to an important auto show in Amsterdam, with Mr. Hulot
alongside in his car and a spoiled, trendy PR exec, the young Maria, in her
sports car packed with designer clothes and her fluffy dog.
The lorry
has every imaginable problem, delaying its arrival. A flat tire, no gas, an
accident, a run-in with police, a stop at a garage, and numerous traffic jams
showcase vignettes of people and their cars. Through interactions with these
down-to-earth folks, Maria gradually loses her imperious conceit, becoming much
more relaxed and fetching.
Cast: Jacques Tati, Tony Knepper,
Franco Ressel Runtime: 96 min
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