The Eye of The Monocle

– In 1943, a German commando conceals a large quantity of gold in an undersea cave on the coast of Cor..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.30 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 45 Minutes
Release Year:
1962
Original Name:
L'œil du monocle
The Eye of the Monocle (1962) - Also known as L'œil du monocle

In 1943, a German commando conceals a large quantity of gold in an undersea cave on the coast of Corsica. Years later, Schlumpf, the sole survivor of the commando, returns to Corsica to recuperate the treasure -- with British and Soviet spies on his heels, and closely monitored by Dromard, from the French intelligence services. The monocled Dromard is convinced that he can outfox his opponents, but difficulties accumulate: despite his plump appearance, Herr Schlumpf is a sly fellow; Corsica is teeming with treasure hunters from various nationalities; and all parties readily resort to unnatural alliances, brazen treachery, and strong-arm tactics. Who will get the treasure?

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Release Date:

14 Nov 1962

Language:

French, German, Russian

Director:

Georges Lautner

Writer:

Georges Lautner, Jacques Robert, Colonel Rémy

Main Actors:

Paul Meurisse, Elga Andersen, Gaia Germani, Charles Millot

Plot:

In 1943, a German commando conceals a large quantity of gold in an undersea cave on the coast of Corsica. Years later, Schlumpf, the sole survivor of the commando, returns to Corsica to recuperate the treasure -- with British and Soviet spies on his heels, and closely monitored by Dromard, from the French intelligence services. The monocled Dromard is convinced that he can outfox his opponents, but difficulties accumulate: despite his plump appearance, Herr Schlumpf is a sly fellow; Corsica is teeming with treasure hunters from various nationalities; and all parties readily resort to unnatural alliances, brazen treachery, and strong-arm tactics. Who will get the treasure?

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.3/10