Parade (1974)

Director: Jacques Tati

For his final film, Jacques Tati takes his camera to the circus, where the director himself serves as master of ceremonies. Though it features many spectacles, including clowns, jugglers, acrobats, contortionists, and more, Parade also focuses on the spectators, making this stripped-down work a testament to the communion between audience and entertainment.

Cast

Jacques Tati

Monsieur Loyal

Michèle Brabo

Elle-même

Karl Kossmayer

Lui-même

Pierre Brama

Lui-même

Pia Colombo

Elle-même

Johnny Lonn

Lui-même

Jan Swahn

Circus performer

Bertil Berglund

Circus performer

Moniqa Sunnerberg

Circus performer

Dominique Lavanant

(uncredited)