Carom Shots 1963
In *Carom Shots* (1963), directed by Marcel Bluwal, ambition clashes with corporate cynicism in this sharp French comedy-crime satire.
Director: Marcel Bluwal
Cast
Jean-Claude Brialy
Paul Martin
Michel Serrault
Le commissaire Baudu
Louis de Funès
Norbert Charolais, Directeur Général du 321
Sophie Daumier
Solange, secrétaire et amant de Paul
Anne Tonietti
Danielle Brossard, fiancée de Paul
Henri Virlogeux
Mr. Brossard
Alfred Adam
Hubert Beaumanoir, cadre supérieur du 321
René Clermont
Frépillon, cadre supérieur du 321
Jacques Dynam
Macheron, collaborateur de Paul
Paul Gay
Le speaker TV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carom Shots (1963) about?
*Carom Shots* follows Paul Martin, a financially stretched employee who resorts to underhanded tactics to escape his debts—starting with the elimination of his boss. The story unfolds in the cutthroat world of a travel company that prioritizes profit over ethics, mirroring Paul's own moral descent. With wit and cynicism, the film explores ambition, greed, and the lengths people go to for success.
Who directed Carom Shots?
Marcel Bluwal directed *Carom Shots* (1963), bringing a sharp satirical edge to this darkly comedic crime story.
Who stars in Carom Shots?
The film stars Jean-Claude Brialy as Paul Martin, with Michel Serrault and Louis de Funès rounding out the cast alongside Sophie Daumier and Anne Tonietti.
Is Carom Shots (1963) worth watching?
For fans of 1960s French comedy-crime, *Carom Shots* offers a clever mix of humor and social critique that holds up surprisingly well. While it lacks a verified IMDb rating, its themes and style make it a worthwhile watch for those who enjoy sharp, satirical storytelling.
How long is Carom Shots?
The runtime of *Carom Shots* (1963) is 88 minutes.
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About Carom Shots (1963) — A Satirical Comedy-Crime with a Dark Corporate Twist
In *Carom Shots* (1963), directed by Marcel Bluwal, ambition clashes with corporate cynicism in this sharp French comedy-crime satire. The story follows Paul Martin, a subservient office worker drowning in debt, who schemes to climb the corporate ladder by any means necessary—including eliminating his boss. The company, a cutthroat travel agency obsessed with profit over people, reflects the film's biting critique of consumerism and unchecked capitalism. With its lively pacing and witty dialogue, *Carom Shots* delivers a darkly humorous look at ambition and moral compromise.
Starring Jean-Claude Brialy as the desperate Paul, alongside Michel Serrault and Louis de Funès in scene-stealing roles, the film balances slapstick humor with undercurrents of social commentary. The atmosphere crackles with tension as Martin's plans spiral into chaos, exposing the absurdity of corporate greed and personal desperation. A forgotten gem of early 1960s French cinema, *Carom Shots* remains a sharp, thought-provoking watch for fans of satirical comedy.
