D'ardenne(1977): Jambon

(1977), also known by the English title Ham and Chips , is a Franco-Belgian comedy film directed by Benoît Lamy . Set in the picturesque town of Durbuy , Belgium, it uses the backdrop of local gastronomy to fuel a lighthearted farce about class, rivalry, and romance. Plot & Themes

: Managed with an "iron hand" by Madame Simone (played by Annie Girardot ), a bossy restaurateur whose staff is overworked and on the verge of rebellion. Jambon d'Ardenne(1977)

Contemporary reviews, such as those found on IMDb , often describe the film as a "heavy-handed farce" or "ham acting" (a pun on the title). While it features a high-caliber performance from Annie Girardot, the plot is noted for being thin and leaning into chaotic, free-for-all comedy. Jambon d'Ardenne (1977) — The Movie Database (TMDB) (1977), also known by the English title Ham