

Alexandre, a young and honest farmer, is oppressed by an authoritarian wife, who makes him work like a dog. When she dies in a car crash, he decides to stay in bed, absolutely free and inactive. Just a dog is occupied to carry food and newspapers to him.
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Cast

Philippe Noiret
Alexandre Gartempe

Marlène Jobert
Agathe Bordot

Françoise Brion
Eliane Gartempe, aka 'La Grande'

Paul Le Person
Sanguin

Tsilla Chelton
Mrs. Bouillot

Léonce Corne
Father Lamendin

Pierre Richard
Colibert

Jean Saudray
Pinton
Kaly
Alexander's dog
Pierre Barnley
the priest

Marcel Bernier
Malicorne

Bernard Charlan
Mayor
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