The 1966 French comedy (English title: As Long as You’ve Got Your Health ) is a satirical anthology directed by and starring Pierre Étaix . Often described as a "master of visual gags" in the vein of Buster Keaton and Jacques Tati, Étaix uses this film to explore the absurdities and stresses of modern life through four distinct sketches. Film Overview & Structure
The titular segment depicts the frantic, high-stress environment of city life, where noise, crowds, and traffic drive both the protagonist and his psychiatrist to the brink.
A sepia-toned finale where various characters—a hunter, an old farmer, and a picnicking couple—unintentionally drive each other mad in a rural setting. English Subtitle & Availability Insights Tant qu'on a la sante subtitles English
The most authoritative way to view the film with high-quality English subtitles is through The Criterion Collection , which released a restored version in 2013 as part of a comprehensive Pierre Étaix box set.
For many years, legal disputes kept Étaix’s work out of public distribution, threatening his legacy with obscurity. The 1966 French comedy (English title: As Long
Because Étaix relies heavily on slapstick and precise visual timing, the film is highly accessible to English speakers; the dialogue is often secondary to the "graphic/poetic" physical movement of the characters. Historical Significance
The film was a critical success upon release, winning the at the San Sebastián International Film Festival in 1966. It is celebrated today for its "nearly Buñuelian" takedown of the bourgeoisie and its whimsical, non-mean-spirited approach to social satire. A sepia-toned finale where various characters—a hunter, an
A satire on the theater-going experience, focusing on the various annoyances—from finding a seat to endless advertisements—that modern viewers face.
