La valise (1973)
Release Year: 1973
Nation: France
Alternative Title: De valies, Skyd hellere med mig, La valija, Agentti arkussa, Matkalaukun arvoitus, The Girl in the Trunk, Me oplo to sex, Hai mai provato... in una valigia?, Mannen i kofferten, Já Experimentou Numa Mala?, Åh, vilken jävla koffert, Man in the Trunk, Der Koffer in der Sonne
Director: Georges Lautner
Writer: Francis Veber, Georges Lautner
Production & Genre
Story
La valise begins with Francoise, a young French woman, becoming involved with an Israeli agent working in Libya. When the agent's cover is blown, he needs to be smuggled out of the country in a trunk ('valise') to save his life. Francoise aids him, and together they navigate through various adventures. Along the way, Francoise seduces both a Libyan agent and an Egyptian officer who become enamored with her. Despite these complications, Francoise maintains control of the situation.
Summary
La valise is a 1973 French film directed by Georges Lautner that blends adventure, comedy, and spy themes. The story revolves around Francoise, a liberated young woman who finds herself in a complex web of intrigue involving an Israeli agent, a Libyan agent, and an Egyptian officer. The film explores themes of espionage, love triangles, and the agency of women in navigating challenging situations.
