
A Monkey in Winter(1962)
During World War II, an innkeeper vows to abstain from alcohol for the sake of his family. Years later, as they thrive in Normandy, his resolve is tested by a charming advertising professional who loves to drink.



Agnès Jaoui
Hélène

Jean-Pierre Bacri
Castro

Héléna Noguerra
Vanéssa

Léa Drucker
Nathalie

Grégoire Oestermann
Guy

Sam Karmann
Mickey Bonello

Olivier Doran
Thomas

Kévin Azaïs
Manu

Miglen Mirtchev
Pavel

Nina Meurisse
Nina
Place publique is a comedy, drama film released in 2018 exploring themes of immigrant, dancing, waitress, karaoke, fireworks, mayor. Directed by Agnès Jaoui, it stars Agnès Jaoui, Jean-Pierre Bacri, Héléna Noguerra. Revolves around Castro, who was once a very famous TV host, but as he grows old, his popularity is dwindling.
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