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Released in France on September 9, 1966, this comedy thriller stars as Monsieur Septime, the rigid and tyrannical owner of a prestigious Parisian restaurant.

It was released under several names, including The Big Restaurant and What's Cooking in Paris in the United States. Historical Context: Dining in 1966 The Restaurant(1966)

The film is famous for de Funès' high-energy performance, particularly a legendary scene involving a "shadow dance" where he unintentionally mimics a German dictator while explaining a recipe. Released in France on September 9, 1966, this