Playtime is set in a futuristic, hyperconsumerist Paris. The story is structured in six sequences, linked by two characters who … See more

When possible, Tati cast nonprofessionals. He wanted people whose inner essence matched their characters and who could move in the way he wanted.
• Jacques Tati as Monsieur Hulot
• Barbara Dennek as Barbara, a young American tourist See more

Tati's enormous presentation would be shot in high-resolution 70mm, allowing the expansive real-world exteriors to dominate the frame. Tati's previous films were shot on actual locations, … See more

Tati's financial problems did not improve after PlayTime‘s first showings. On its original French release, Playtime was commercially … See more

In the 1960s, French president Charles de Gaulle made a vow to develop his country's economy and reform Paris into a modern city. … See more

Upon its release in 1967, PlayTime was the most expensive film ever made in France. And yet, it contains almost no story and its dialogue … See more

Tati wanted the film to be in color but look like it was filmed in black and white – an effect he had previously employed to some extent in Mon Oncle. The predominant colors are shades of … See more