Jambon D'ardenne(1977) <90% EXTENDED>

: 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.

: Filmed on location in Durbuy , Luxembourg province, Belgium. Critical Reception

: Benoît Lamy, with co-writer Rudolph Pauli. Lead Cast : Annie Girardot as Madame Simone. Ann Petersen as Madame Germaine. Michel Lechat. Release Date : July 20, 1977 (France). Jambon d'Ardenne(1977)

: A nearby "David" to Simone's "Goliath," run by Madame Germaine, specializing in French fries and sausages.

The story centers on a fierce rivalry between two very different food establishments during the peak tourist season: : Managed with an "iron hand" by Madame

(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

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) Lead Cast : Annie Girardot as Madame Simone

The tension escalates into a "feuding food fanatics" war, complete with heated arguments and actual shots fired. Adding to the chaos is a "Romeo and Juliet" style subplot where the children of the rival owners fall in love, further infuriating their parents. Production Details