The Rules of the Game

The Rules of the Game (1939) starring Marcel Dalio, Nora Gregor. Directed by Jean Renoir. In the introduction to this movie, Renoir says that he wanted to make a film that would be pleasant to watch, but which would uncover the rottenness of society. The movie shows the romantic foibles of an assortment of French men and women at a country estate, and under the cover of light comedy manages to satirize the follies, rituals and class distinctions of the bourgeoisie. I found the film to be for the most part entertaining and at times funny. It's in French, with only adequate English subtitles. Grade: B+