a man on a train

Just been to see the film - a man on a train - an interesting French film - about two men - one a gangster meeting up in a small town - to rob the local bank and the other - a retired school teacher - who was about to have a heart bypass operation. The film was really about how the teacher admired the life of the gangster - and the gangster - could see the benefit of living a quiet life.

The build up to the robbery is quite funny - as the driver is clearly not very bright. It is also interesting from the British point of view as one of the robbers is a failed artist - and he rants about different artists style in a gallery.

The teacher changes because of the relationship wanting a new hairstyle - like someone who has just come out of prison crossed with a footballers. He also persuades the gangster to let him try his hand at shooting a gun. The gangster also mellows - becomes a little politer and towards the end of the film starts enjoying the comforts of slippers and a pipe.

Can't tell you the ending because it will spoil it for you.