La Petite Vadrouille on Arte: a fake cruise with Daniel Auteuil and Sandrine Kiberlain

A fictional romantic cruise is supposed to shore up the finances of a group of friends in The Little Escapade, airing on Arte. Bruno Podalydès wrote and directed this comedy starring Sandrine Kiberlain, Daniel Auteuil and Denis Podalydès.

Franck, a business executive, asks Justine to organize a trip so he can seduce a woman. Along with her husband, Albin, and their friends, she plans a river getaway where everyone plays a part. The budget needs to leave the small group some room to maneuver as they improvise their performances along the way.

Released in 2024, the film also features Bruno Podalydès, who plays Jocelyn, the boat’s captain. Florence Muller, Isabelle Candelier, Jean-Noël Brouté and Dimitri Doré join the ensemble, which sets out to turn a barge and a few accessories into an exceptional getaway.

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