Valparaiso, Valparaiso (1971)
Release Year: 1971
Nation: France
Alternative Title: Très fabuleuse et très édifiante vie aventureuse du camarade Balthazar Lamarck-Caulaincourt
Director: Pascal Aubier
Writer: Pascal Aubier
Summary
Valparaiso, Valparaiso (1971) is a comedy directed by Pascal Aubier, set against the backdrop of political activism in France. The story revolves around Balthazar, an intellectual who talks a big game about his leftist beliefs but lacks practical involvement. His encounter with Edwarda, an active member of the political underground, leads him to put his beliefs into action. While not much is known about the film's context or significance beyond its exploration of left-wing pretentiousness, it serves as a satire on political activism and commitment.