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In the most playful film of the Chabrol-Huppert alliance, petty scam artists Betty (Huppert) and Victor (Michel Serrault) join the big time when Betty eyes a larger target. As they enter dangerous new territory, it’s not always clear who is playing who, but that’s all just part of the fun.

Claude Chabrol’s partnership with Isabelle Huppert spanned nearly 40 years and seven films – six of which are presented in this series. Traversing a large range of misconduct and illegal behavior, Huppert and Chabrol infuse their thorny characters with humanity, revealing victims of circumstance and time.

For his truly fitting swan song, Wiseman focuses his camera on the Troisgrois family, who for generations have run three restaurants in central France. The result is a highly detailed look at a bustling yet civilized and creative environment, the owners never tiring in the desire for continued greatness.