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1962 | B/N | 89 min

Jean has arrived in Nice. At the casino, he discovers gambling and Jackie, a fellow gambler. They fall passionately in love. Are they fascinated with each other or with the high stakes? Inexperienced Jean begins his sentimental education while Jackie plays the odds


Country: Francia
Direction: Demy; Jacques
Script: Dem; Jacques
Production: Decharm; Pe
Photography: Rabie; Jean
Sound: Hervee; André
Music: Legrand; Michel
Cast:Chollet; Nicole, Nassiet; Henri, Guers; Paul, Mann; Claude, Moreau; Jeanne, Certes; Henri
Participation year at FICM: 2007

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