Monsieur Hulot's Holiday (1953)

When the balmy breeze of summer holidays begins to whisper, the charmingly clumsy Monsieur Hulot, along with a kaleidoscope of others, sets his sights on the tantalizing beauty of the seaside. Hulot, a character bathed in innocent naivety, becomes the unwitting maestro of mayhem, leaving a trail of comedic chaos in his wake, blissfully unaware of the uproarious turbulence he stirs. From the formal elegance of the dining room to the vibrant bustle of a boat painting session, or the energetic dance of a tennis game, Hulot's touch morphs the mundane into a symphony of unpredictable hilarity. The world around him becomes an arena of unforeseen adventures, spinning ordinary moments into a whirlwind of delightful disorder. Hulot's vacation at the seaside resort, however, is not just a holiday, it's a cascade of comic accidents and misunderstandings that seem to shadow his every step. The tranquil serenity that once cradled the hotel guests is shattered with his arrival. Despite Hulot's heart being painted with the colors of good intentions, his actions invariably spiral into a storm of catastrophe, turning the peaceful getaway into an unforgettable escapade. "Monsieur Hulot's Holiday" is an enchanting journey into the heart of a man whose simple presence transforms a serene summer retreat into a stage for laughter and chaos, proving that the best intentions can sometimes create the most extraordinary adventures.

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday is a comedy movie featuring Nathalie Pascaud.

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on Criterion Channel and Max Amazon Channel.

It is also possible to buy Monsieur Hulot's Holiday on Amazon Video and Apple TV.