Too Shy to Try
Originally released in 1978. Too Shy to Try is a romance/comedy film. directed by Pierre Richard. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pierre Richard, Aldo Maccione, and Jacques François
Synopsis
Pierre is a hotel cashier in Vichy, so shy that he answers an ad from the Psychology Institute and can't say no to the salesman, Aldo; he spends 6,000 francs on tapes, books, and a punching bag. Soon after, he's smitten by Agnes, a hotel guest with a model's looks and photographers wherever she goes. When she leaves for Nice, he follows, meeting Aldo on the way. Aldo becomes his boldness coach. Pierre gets a job washing dishes where Agnes is staying, but after a week or so, she's off to Deauville, with Aldo and Pierre in pursuit. Using funds they get by selling Aldo's car, this time Pierre poses as a polo-playing jet setter. Will this win the heart of Agnes?
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 23, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (90 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Pierre Richard
as Pierre Renaud
Aldo Maccione
as Aldo Ferrari
Jacques François
as Mr. Henri
Mimi Coutelier
as Agnès Jensen
Catherine Lachens
as La camionneuse
Robert Castel
as Trinita, le joueur de pétanque
Jacques Fabbri
as Le routier
Robert Dalban
as Le garagiste
Jean-Claude Massoulier
as Gilles, le speaker
Raoul Delfosse
as Le chauffeur de la 404
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Albina Productions
- Fideline Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Too Shy to Try about?
Pierre is a hotel cashier in Vichy, so shy that he answers an ad from the Psychology Institute and can't say no to the salesman, Aldo; he spends 6,000 francs on tapes, books, and a punching bag. So...
Who directed Too Shy to Try?
Too Shy to Try was directed by Pierre Richard.
How long is Too Shy to Try?
Too Shy to Try has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Too Shy to Try released?
Too Shy to Try was released on August 23, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Too Shy to Try?
The main cast of Too Shy to Try includes Pierre Richard, Aldo Maccione, Jacques François, Mimi Coutelier, Catherine Lachens.