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The Eye of the Monocle (1962)

The Eye of the Monocle (1962)

Crime Comedy Thriller
Release Date: 1962, November 14
Directors: Georges Lautner
Countries: France
Production: Viatele, Viatele, Les Films Borderie, Les Films Borderie, Les Films Borderie, Orex Films, Orex Films, Orex Films
Cast: Charles Millot, Maurice Biraud, Raymond Meunier, Jean Luisi, Richard Larke, Paul Mercey, Robert Dalban, Michel Duplaix, Paul Meurisse, Henri Cogan, Gaia Germani, Elga Andersen

Overview:

In 1943, a German commando conceals a large quantity of gold in an undersea cave on the coast of Corsica. Years later, Schlumpf, the sole survivor of the commando, returns to Corsica to recuperate the treasure -- with British and Soviet spies on his heels, and closely monitored by Dromard, from the French intelligence services. The monocled Dromard is convinced that he can outfox his opponents, but difficulties accumulate: despite his plump appearance, Herr Schlumpf is a sly fellow; Corsica is teeming with treasure hunters from various nationalities; and all parties readily resort to unnatural alliances, brazen treachery, and strong-arm tactics. Who will get the treasure?