Movie Overview
The Wing or the Thigh? is a Comedy film. It has an IMDb rating of 7.224/10, based on 884 votes.
Directed by: Claude Zidi
Produced by: Christian Fechner, Pierre Grunstein, Bernard Artigues
Storyline
Charles Duchemin, a well-known gourmet and publisher of a famous restaurant guide, is waging a war against fast food entrepreneur Tri- catel to save the French art of cooking. After having agreed to appear on a talk show to show his skills in naming food and wine by taste, he is confronted with two disasters: his son wants to become a clown rather than a restaurant tester and he, the famous Charles Duchemin, has lost his taste!
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 1976-10-27 |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 104 minutes |
| Budget | $5,133,623 |
| Box Office | N/A |
| Languages | Français |
Cast & Characters
The film features remarkable performances by the following actors:
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Louis de Funès | Charles Duchemin |
| Coluche | Gérard Duchemin |
| Ann Zacharias | Marguerite |
| Julien Guiomar | Jacques Tricatel |
| Raymond Bussières | Henri |
| Philippe Bouvard | Philippe Bouvard |
| Daniel Langlet | Lambert |
| Claude Gensac | Marguerite |
| Georges Chamarat | Perpetual Secretary of the Académie Française |
| Jean Martin | Duchemin's Doctor at Clinic |
Production Details
| Production Companies | Les Films Christian Fechner, TOBIS Film |
|---|---|
| Filming Locations | France |
| Cinematographers | N/A |
Critical Reception
This movie currently has an IMDb rating of 7.224/10, based on 884 votes. Reviews reflect audience appreciation of its unique qualities.
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Why Watch?
If you’re a fan of Comedy, The Wing or the Thigh? is highly recommended. From its performances to its unique storytelling, it’s bound to leave an impression.