The Eye of the Monocle
1962 · 104 MIN · IMDB 6.1 · 293 VOTES · DIR. Georges Lautner
Overview
In 1943, a German commando conceals a large quantity of gold in an undersea cave on the coast of Corsica. Years later, Schlumpf, the sole survivor of the commando, returns to Corsica to recuperate the treasure -- with British and Soviet spies on his heels, and closely monitored by Dromard, from the French intelligence services. The monocled Dromard is convinced that he can outfox his opponents, but difficulties accumulate: despite his plump appearance, Herr Schlumpf is a sly fellow; Corsica is teeming with treasure hunters from various nationalities; and all parties readily resort to unnatural alliances, brazen treachery, and strong-arm tactics. Who will get the treasure?
Dialogue Timeline — 956 lines
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00:00:11 Any resemblance between the characters of this movie and real persons
00:08:32 and I’m deeply satisfied.
00:11:47 You know, Dromard, that only you can help me.
00:14:52 - With those passengers? - Yes.
00:21:15 I was on the Taganrog-Rostoff line
00:30:02 - In absolute terms. - Exactly.
00:36:14 - Obviously. - Why obviously?
00:39:20 - Picturesque, isn’t it? - Who’s this bloke?
00:42:43 And, last night, a certain smile...
00:46:12 should I find Martigues, you’ll take him in custody.
00:48:57 Well it’s not the coziest way to fetch a treasure.
00:51:28 You made me sleepy. You gave me hope.
00:54:27 You scum!
00:58:31 We wait. Blocking all of the exits.
01:03:11 I just don’t get it. And I don’t like it.
01:10:12 - Oh... - Yes you did, yes you did.
01:13:03 Shall I slice some bread for you, Théobald?
01:15:40 Thank you. You’re a truly delicate person.
01:20:57 But we had some good times. Together...
01:23:30 and my regards to commandant Dromard.
01:29:06 Our secret weapon, DuGuano, is to be able to act stupid with sincerity.
01:35:06 He’s not on board either.
01:38:58 It’s not necessary anymore.
01:42:52 - Your word of honor? - My word of honor.