When the Cat's Away
No man. No job. No cat.
Directed by Cédric Klapisch
Produced by Vertigo Productions, France 2 Cinéma
A lighthearted Parisian comedy about a young woman's quest to find her lost cat, which becomes a charming vehicle for meeting quirky neighborhood characters and discovering human connection.
When Chloe, a young Parisian, decides to take a long-overdue vacation, she has to find someone to look after Gris-Gris, her beloved cat. Everyone, including her gay male roommate, refuses to help her, but she finally makes an arrangement with the elderly Madame Renée, who often watches over other peoples' cats and dogs. However, when Chloe comes back, Madame Renée tells her that unfortunately the cat has been lost, and the unlucky owner goes on a search for her dear animal friend. While looking for the cat, she meets many colorful characters who populate the neighborhood.
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