The Edifying and Joyous Story of Colinot

The Edifying and Joyous Story of Colinot

1973 · 105 min · ★ 4.9 · Comedy

Colinot is a young, happy man, until the day three highway robbers abduct his fiancée. The search leads him to meet so many young, lovely women – that when he finally encounters his fiancée, he's no longer sure he loves her.

Directed by Nina Companéez · Written by Nina Companéez

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