When the Cat’s Away

Directed by Cédric Klapisch

Make-up artist Chloé takes a week’s holiday and leaves her beloved cat with a dotty old biddy who promptly loses Gris-Gris. Upon Chloé’s return, a search party scours the streets and bars of the neighbourhood, making all kinds of new friends. A charming comedy that reflects urban life and the changing face(s) of Paris and France. Introduced by Isabelle Vanderschelden, Senior Lecturer in French, MMU. (In French)

Duration:
90 minutes

Country of origin:
France

Year of production:
1996