Playtime (re-release)

In this visual masterpiece by Jacques Tati, the clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself lost in an intimidatingly complex, hyper-modern Paris. Struggling to meet a business contact, he wanders through a labyrinth of office cubicles and high-tech gadgets. His journey parallels that of an American tourist as they navigate an increasingly dehumanized world. Through static, wide-angle shots, Tati creates intricate tableaus that capture the struggle of the individual amidst the relentless pace of modern urban life.