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Jacques Tati did not have to do this. The French comedian, known for his character Monsieur Hulot, was already a beloved Oscar-winning, highly successful international filmmaker when he set out to make “Playtime” (1967), which became one of the great acts of folly in cinema history.
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Jacques Tati films: “Playtime,” 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21; 4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 26. • “Parade,” 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22; 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 26. • “Mon oncle,” 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23; 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 26. $12.50-$15. Vogue Theatre, 3290 Sacramento St., S.F. www.voguemovies.com…