Review of Stolen Kisses (1968) by Art S — 05 Dec 2013
Truffaut continues the adventures of Antoine Doinel (and, by implication, his own fictionalized life story) that began with the 400 Blows. Jean-Pierre Leaud (the same actor) is now in his twenties and returns here as a charming somewhat hapless guy who pursues his girl, Christine, and takes on various unsuccessful jobs (night watchman, TV repairman).
The centerpiece of the film involves his career as a private detective investigating why no one loves Michael Lonsdale's shoestore owner (by Lonsdale's request) and falling in love/lust with Lonsdale's wife (Dephine Seyrig).
Truffaut's easygoing style is marked by a number of beautiful shots and fun sequences (the letter travelling the pneumatic tubes, various montages); he manages to capture an affectionate tone that must be hard to create in reality (since we see it so rarely).
This review of Stolen Kisses (1968) was written by Art S on 05 Dec 2013.
Stolen Kisses has generally received very positive reviews.
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