
Synopsis
New Europe presidential candidate Etienne Alexis is a scientist promoting artificial insemination for social betterment and therapy to eliminate passion. To celebrate his engagement to a cousin, he hosts an aseptic picnic, where Mother Nature asserts herself. A shepherd's flute conjures a windstorm throwing Alexis together with the luscious Nénette, a farm lass who, although unimpressed with men, wants to have a baby.
- Director
- Jean Renoir
- Writers
- Jean Renoir
- Original title
- Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe
- Original language
- French
- Countries
- France
- Production
- Compagnie Jean Renoir
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