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Released in the spring of 1975, Le Rallye des Joyeuses 1 (original title: La Grande Vadrouille Joyeuse — later shortened for home video) was directed by , a former assistant director to the legendary Louis de Funès. The plot is deceptively simple but brilliantly executed.

If you are a fan of La Cage aux Folles or Louis de Funès’ Les Aventures de Rabbi Jacob , you will feel at home. The humor is gentle, occasionally predictable, and relies on stereotypes (the grumpy innkeeper, the pompous official). However, for modern audiences, be aware that the pacing is slower than today’s ADHD-cut comedies. Jokes are allowed to breathe. A car crash is set up for two minutes before the punchline. Film le rallye des joyeuses 1

The success of the first film spawned two inferior but beloved sequels: Released in the spring of 1975, Le Rallye