Fric-Frac is a French comedy released in 1939 and directed by Maurice Lehmann and Claude Autant-Lara. The film tells the story of a young man named Antoine (Fernandel) who works at a jewelry store owned by Monsieur Rovère (Michel Simon). Antoine falls in love with a beautiful woman named Jane (Arletty) and starts a romantic relationship with her.
Unbeknownst to Antoine, Jane is actually a part of a gang planning to rob the jewelry store. Jane seduces Antoine in order to get inside information about the store's security system. As the day of the robbery approaches, Antoine becomes more and more suspicious of Jane's motives but remains conflicted due to his love for her.
On the day of the robbery, the gang successfully breaks into the store and confronts Antoine, who is working late. However, Antoine manages to foil their plans by tricking them into dropping their guns and then locking them in the store's safe. Antoine then takes the money intended for the robbery and runs away with Jane.
Fric-Frac is a light-hearted comedy about love and crime, featuring outstanding performances by Fernandel and Arletty. The film's witty dialogue and playful tone make it an enjoyable watch for fans of French cinema.
