When the Cat's Away (1996)

No man. No job. No cat.

• Comedy

When Chloe, a young Parisian, decides to take a long-overdue vacation, she has to find someone to look after Gris-Gris, her beloved cat. Everyone, including her gay male roommate, refuses to help her, but she finally makes an arrangement with the elderly Madame Renée, who often watches over other peoples' cats and dogs. However, when Chloe comes back, Madame Renée tells her that unfortunately the cat has been lost, and the unlucky owner goes on a search for her dear animal friend. While looking for the cat, she meets many colorful characters who populate the neighborhood.

Rating

6.2 / 10 (104 votes)

Release date

April 3, 1996

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

French

Director

Cédric Klapisch

Status

Released