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Dir. Jacques Demy . Jacques Demy's insouciant first feature, shot in his hometown of Nantes , is also his most New Wave-always threatening to turn into a cinema vrit Hollywood musical.

"Model Shop" is an intriguing discard in the corner of the Hollywood closet - yet how would it be thought of today if director Jacques Demy had been able to cast his first choice, a young and unknown Harrison Ford? It might be considered a minor classic.

George Matthews is a very unhappy man. He is locked in a loveless relationship with wannabe actress Gloria , he can't get a job as an architect, and he's penniless.

Gary Lockwood and Anouk Aimee in 'Model Shop' . Set in Los Angeles, the film was the only feature that Jacques Demy shot in the United States.