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Prof. Henri Laborit uses the stories of the lives of three people to discuss behaviorist theories of survival, combat, rewards and punishment, and anxiety. René is a technical manager at a textile factory and must face the anxiety caused by corporate downsizing. Janine is a self-educated actress/stylist who learns that the wife of her lover is dying and must decide to let them reunite. Jean is a controversial career-climbing writer/politician at a crossroads in life.
My American Uncle is a film that explores themes of psychology, bourgeoisie, punishment. It also touches on reward and textile company.
Director
Alain Resnais
Cast
Gérard Depardieu, Nicole Garcia, Roger Pierre, Nelly Borgeaud, Pierre Arditi, Gérard Darrieu, Philippe Laudenbach, Marie Dubois, Henri Laborit, Bernard Malaterre
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My American Uncle
You can stream My American Uncle (1980) on Criterion Channel with a subscription.
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7.0/10
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86%
Director
Alain Resnais
Cast
Gérard Depardieu, Nicole Garcia, Roger Pierre, Nelly Borgeaud, Pierre Arditi, Gérard Darrieu, Philippe Laudenbach, Marie Dubois, Henri Laborit, Bernard Malaterre
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My American Uncle is streaming on Criterion Channel. Availability last verified April 14, 2026.