Just been to see the film – a man on a train – an interesting French film – about two men – one a gangster meeting up in a small town – to rob the local bank and the other – a retired school teacher – who was about to have a heart bypass operation. The film was really about how the teacher admired the life of the gangster – and the gangster – could see the benefit of living a quiet life.
The build up to the robbery is quite funny – as the driver is clearly not very bright. It is also interesting from the British point of view as one of the robbers is a failed artist – and he rants about different artists style in a gallery.
The teacher changes because of the relationship wanting a new hairstyle – like someone who has just come out of prison crossed with a footballers. He also persuades the gangster to let him try his hand at shooting a gun. The gangster also mellows – becomes a little politer and towards the end of the film starts enjoying the comforts of slippers and a pipe.
Can’t tell you the ending because it will spoil it for you.