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The Model Couple

The Model Couple

1977
Comedy
Sci-fi
1h 41m
In 1977 France, the Ministry of the Future chooses two "normal," white, middle-class citizens, Claudine (Anémone) and Jean-Michel (André Dussolier), for a national experiment. They will be monitored and displayed on television for six months in a model apartment outfitted with state-of-the-art products and nonstop surveillance--the template for "a new city for the new man." (criterion.com)
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The Model Couple

1977
Comedy
Sci-fi
1h 41m
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Rated 02 Jul 2008
72
41st
Better than Mr. Freedom, but not great. At least this time we have a satire done with somewhat relatable characters and not cartoons. There are enough amusing moments to keep things moving, and the messages aren't quite so blunt or black & white. It's a fun movie overall, and even rather smart about some things... you could also say it predicts reality TV. But it's funny how often the films get "the future" all wrong. It's always these sterile, plastic environments where everything is the same.

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