Strange Desire of Mr. Bard

A gentle, bittersweet character study that balances quiet melancholy with light comedy as a shy man navigates sudden wealth and mortality.

Directed by

Géza von Radványi

Genres

Comedy, Drama

Starring

Michel Simon, Louis de Funès, Yves Deniaud

Overview

A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead him to the journey of self-exploration and finding his true love.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, earnest and light. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Greed, family, love, identity

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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