In The Rules of the Game, Jean Renoir paints a satirical portrait of the decadent French aristocracy prior to World War II. The scene where Andre Jurieu (Roland Toutain) arrives at La Coliniere is of particular importance, for it is the first time he sees Christine (Nora Gregor) since his plane trip. Through his use of dialogue, continuous shooting and mise-en scene, Renoir explores their relationship to their society and to each other. Andre’s arrival completes the film’s third love triangle, impelling the narrative forward and touching ....