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Release Year1940
Runtime1h 24m
LanguageFrench
CertificationNR
GenresComedy, Drama
Votes2
DirectorHarry R. Sokal, Christian-Jaque
WritersFred Schiller, Max Kolpé, Michel Duran
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThey Met on Skis
About They Met on Skis
The owner of the place of Chamonix covets the inn, run by the Michel's uncle, whose business goes bad. Michel decides to participate in a ski competition to help uncle.
Directed by Harry R. Sokal, Christian-Jaque, They Met on Skis leans on a strong ensemble — Max Dearly, Wissia Dina, Jean Tissier — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1940.
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