An Elephant Can Be Extremely Deceptive is a French romantic comedy film released in 1976. The film is directed by Yves Robert and stars Jean Rochefort, Claude Brasseur, and Guy Bedos in leading roles.
The story follows three middle-aged men, Etienne (Jean Rochefort), Bouly (Claude Brasseur), and Simon (Guy Bedos), who work in the same office and spend their free time chasing women. One day, Etienne falls in love with a new employee in the office, named Charlotte (Anny Duperey), who is beautiful and seductive. Etienne is smitten by Charlotte and decides to pursue her, even though he is already married.
Soon, Charlotte is offered a modeling job for a popular advertising campaign. She becomes the new face of a brand of lingerie, and her face is plastered on billboards across the city. Etienne sees this as an opportunity to impress Charlotte and start an affair with her. He convinces his two best friends, Bouly and Simon, to help him plan a series of romantic "accidents" that will bring Charlotte and him closer together.
However, as Etienne gets more and more involved with Charlotte, his martial troubles begin to escalate. His wife becomes suspicious of his extramarital affair, and he is forced to lie and make excuses to maintain his relationship with Charlotte. Meanwhile, Bouly and Simon also face challenges in their own love lives, as they try to balance their romantic endeavors with their demanding jobs.
As the film progresses, the three men are forced to confront the consequences of their actions, and they realize that their quest for love and passion has come at a great cost. An Elephant Can Be Extremely Deceptive explores the complexities of human relationships and the blurred lines between love and infidelity. With its witty dialogue, charming performances, and beautifully shot scenery, this film remains a beloved classic of French cinema.