as Claude Fabre, the cynical mastermind behind Nicolas's rise.
as Marie-Paule, a "sunny-natured" young woman and Nicolas's first major conquest. as Claude Fabre, the cynical mastermind behind Nicolas's
as Flora Danieli, a bisexual political power broker. Themes and Style Themes and Style Claude decide to live vicariously
Claude decide to live vicariously through Nicolas, treating him like a character in a real-life novel. Under Claude's precise guidance, the formerly "sheepish" Nicolas transforms into a calculated social climber and seducer. He systematically beds influential women and maneuvers through business deals to achieve immense wealth and power in Parisian society, eventually becoming the editor of a tabloid. Key Cast and Characters The film features an ensemble of prominent European stars: Key Cast and Characters The film features an
(French: Le Mouton enragé ; also known as The Mad Sheep or Love at the Top ) is a 1974 French-Italian satirical drama-comedy directed by Michel Deville . Based on the novel by Roger Blondel, the film is a cynical exploration of social ascent, sexual politics, and manipulation during the 1970s. Plot Overview
as Nicolas Mallet, the "sheep" turned opportunistic social climber.
The story follows (Jean-Louis Trintignant), a shy and unassuming bank clerk resigned to a life of social mediocrity. His life changes when he reunites with a former high school friend, Claude Fabre (Jean-Pierre Cassel), a disillusioned and physically disabled novelist.