No Problem! (1975) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

A hidden corpse pulls Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle into a frantic pursuit to reach Edmond before the car faces a border inspection.

Story Structure — 5 Plot Phases

A Body and an Uncertain Future

A dead man is discovered, and the search for Daniel begins. Jean-Pierre admits that he lacks direction, meets Emmanuelle, and becomes entangled in the corpse crisis.

Key Events

• A Dead Man Is Discovered — After a dead man is discovered, people begin looking for Daniel, who has been unseen for two days. Location: Unspecified
• Jean-Pierre Questions His Future — Jean-Pierre admits that he lacks a clear purpose and once wanted to be an artist. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon Location: Unspecified
• Jean-Pierre Meets Emmanuelle — Emmanuelle offers to help Jean-Pierre, and the two become involved in the predicament. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle Location: Unspecified
• The Body Reaches Anita's Home — The dead man's body appears at Anita's home, connecting her to the unfolding crisis. Characters: Anita Boucher, Cumbersome corpse Location: Anita Boucher's home
• The Corpse Goes into the Trunk — The body is placed in the car's trunk before the commotion attracts attention. Characters: Anita Boucher, Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Cumbersome corpse Location: Unspecified

The Trunk Leaves Paris

The corpse is put in a car trunk, and Jean-Pierre worries about his father learning the truth. Edmond leaves for Switzerland, prompting Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle to follow him.

Key Events

• The Corpse Goes into the Trunk — The body is placed in the car's trunk before the commotion attracts attention. Characters: Anita Boucher, Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Cumbersome corpse Location: Unspecified
• Jean-Pierre Fears Edmond's Reaction — Jean-Pierre worries about his father and what will happen if the truth comes out. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Edmond Michalon Location: Unspecified
• Edmond Leaves for Switzerland — Edmond sets off for Switzerland in the car carrying the hidden corpse. Characters: Edmond Michalon Location: Paris
• They Follow Edmond — Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle pursue Edmond, hoping to catch up and explain the situation. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Route to Switzerland
• The Chance to Explain Is Lost — They lose their opportunity to tell Edmond the truth during the journey. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Route to Switzerland

A Troubled Journey

Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle fail to explain the situation and argue about their relationship. Their fear that customs officers may search the trunk grows as they continue toward Edmond.

Key Events

• The Chance to Explain Is Lost — They lose their opportunity to tell Edmond the truth during the journey. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Route to Switzerland
• The Couple Argues — Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle argue about their relationship while following Edmond. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle Location: Route to Switzerland
• Customs Inspection Feared — They worry that customs officers may inspect the trunk containing the corpse. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle Location: Route to Switzerland
• They Reach Annecy — The pursuit brings Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle to Annecy, where Edmond is staying at a hotel. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Annecy

Waiting in Annecy

In Annecy, they learn that Edmond is occupied with another woman. Emmanuelle reveals that she is married, gives Edmond the name Charlotte, and says goodbye.

Key Events

• They Reach Annecy — The pursuit brings Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle to Annecy, where Edmond is staying at a hotel. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Annecy
• Edmond Is Occupied Elsewhere — While waiting for Edmond, Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle learn that he is occupied with another woman. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Hotel in Annecy
• Emmanuelle Reveals Her Marriage — Emmanuelle says she is married, gives Edmond the name Charlotte, and says goodbye. Characters: Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Annecy
• They Tell Edmond About the Body — Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle confront Edmond and tell him there is a dead man in his car. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Unspecified

The Confession and Border Threat

Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle tell Edmond about the corpse, and Jean-Pierre explains when it was placed in the trunk. The body remains unidentified, Janice needs to cross the border, and the group approaches a compulsory customs stop.

Key Events

• They Tell Edmond About the Body — Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle confront Edmond and tell him there is a dead man in his car. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon Location: Unspecified
• Edmond Suspects a Prank — Edmond initially thinks they have stolen a medical corpse as a prank. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Edmond Michalon, Cumbersome corpse Location: Unspecified
• Jean-Pierre Explains the Timing — Jean-Pierre explains that the body was put in the trunk before Edmond left Paris. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Edmond Michalon Location: Unspecified
• The Dead Man Remains Unidentified — Edmond demands the dead man's identity, but Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle have no answer. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon, Cumbersome corpse Location: Unspecified
• Janice Needs to Cross — Janice also needs to cross the border as the group faces the danger of a vehicle search. Characters: Janice Location: Border crossing
• The Compulsory Customs Stop — They approach a compulsory customs stop with the corpse still hidden and no clear escape from the predicament. Characters: Jean-Pierre Michalon, Emmanuelle, Edmond Michalon, Janice, Cumbersome corpse Location: Customs stop

Story Breakdown

• Jean-Pierre's Uncertainty — Jean-Pierre questions his direction in life before becoming involved in the corpse crisis.
  • Unclear Purpose — Jean-Pierre admits that he has no clear purpose and once wanted to be an artist.
  • Meeting Emmanuelle — Emmanuelle offers to help Jean-Pierre, and they become involved in the predicament.
• The Hidden Corpse — The body appears at Anita's home and ends up concealed in the car's trunk.
  • Body at Anita's — The dead man's body appears at Anita Boucher's home.
  • Trunk Concealment — The body is placed in the trunk before the commotion attracts attention.
• Edmond Leaves Paris — Edmond's departure puts the car and its concealed cargo on the route to Switzerland.
  • Fear of Discovery — Jean-Pierre worries about his father and the consequences of the truth coming out.
  • Swiss Departure — Edmond sets off for Switzerland in the car carrying the corpse.
• The Pursuit Journey — Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle follow Edmond but struggle to catch him and explain the situation.
  • Missed Explanation — They lose their chance to tell Edmond the truth during the journey.
  • Relationship Argument — Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle argue about their relationship while following Edmond.
• Waiting in Annecy — The pair reach Edmond's hotel and learn more about his circumstances and Emmanuelle's personal life.
  • Edmond Is Occupied — They learn that Edmond is occupied with another woman.
  • Emmanuelle Says Goodbye — Emmanuelle reveals that she is married, gives Edmond the name Charlotte, and says goodbye.
• The Corpse Confession — Jean-Pierre and Emmanuelle finally tell Edmond what is in the car, but the dead man's identity remains unknown.
  • Edmond's Suspicion — Edmond initially thinks they have stolen a medical corpse as a prank.
  • Unknown Identity — Edmond demands the dead man's identity, but they cannot provide it.
• The Border Standoff — The group faces the danger of a customs search while the corpse remains hidden in the trunk.
  • Janice Must Cross — Janice also needs to cross the border.
  • Compulsory Customs Stop — They approach a required customs stop with no clear way out of the predicament.

Directed by

Georges Lautner

Key Cast

• Miou-Miou — Anita Boucher
• Jean Lefebvre — Edmond Michalon
• Bernard Ménez — Jean-Pierre Michalon
• Henri Guybet — Daniel
• Anny Duperey — Janice