The Devil by the Tail (1969) — AI Story Visualization

The Devil by the Tail (1969) Poster

Plot Analysis Summary

A desperate aristocratic family's theft plot transforms into a story of redemption, hospitality, and rural renewal.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Desperation and Deception

The Criminal's Arrival

Nurturing the Beast

Redemption and Revival

In this comedy, a run-down hotel drums up customers by sabotaging passing cars. The stuck motorists are then obliged to stay. Unfortunately, one of the sabotaged cars belongs to a bank robber. The hotel staff wants the robber out, but they also want to keep his ill-gotten money.

Directed by

Philippe de Broca

Key Cast

Rating: 6.1/10 (56 votes)