In French, the film’s title, “Adieu, plancher des vaches!”, translates to “Farewell, cows’ pasture!”—an expression used by French sailors when leaving the shore for the sea. This hints at the characters’ attempts to escape their own reality. The film is an elegant, light, and simultaneously cynical comedy by Otar Iosseliani.

It is particularly captivating for the audience to see Otar himself on screen. With remarkable artistry, he portrays a man weary of his social status. His quiet, ironic, and somewhat melancholic character embodies the idea that happiness is not found in wealth, but in that simple glass of wine shared with a true friend.