My American Uncle

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7.6

86%

IMDb Votes: 7,313Open on IMDb

Rated: PG

Prof. Henri Laborit uses the stories of the lives of three people to discuss behaviorist theories of survival, combat, rewards and punishment, and anxiety. René is a technical manager at a textile factory and must face the anxiety caused by corporate downsizing. Janine is a self-educated actress/stylist who learns that the wife of her lover is dying and must decide to let them reunite. Jean is a controversial career-climbing writer/politician at a crossroads in life.

Country:

France

Language:

French

Runtime: 125 min

Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 11 wins & 12 nominations total