Pluck the Hen Ending Explained: A young student on vacation falls in love with the daughter of his hostess. Directed by Walter Kapps, this 1947 comedy film stars Geneviève Guitry (Jacqueline), alongside Georges Grey as Pierre, Pierre Stéphen, Jeanne Fusier-Gir. With a 8/10 audience rating, the ending has been widely praised.

What Happens at the End of Pluck the Hen?

A young student on vacation falls in love with the daughter of his hostess. The father, who has come to put an end to the beginning idyll, falls in love with the young girl's mother, but she refuses to marry him. He will end up, despite his disappointment, giving his consent to his son's marriage.

Walter Kapps's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Geneviève Guitry (Jacqueline)'s journey. The father, who has come to put an end to the beginning idyll, falls in love with the young girl's mother, but she refuses to marry him.

How Does Geneviève Guitry (Jacqueline)'s Story End?

  • Geneviève Guitry: Geneviève Guitry's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Walter Kapps delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 1h 32m runtime.
  • Georges Grey (Pierre): Georges Grey's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Pierre Stéphen: Pierre Stéphen's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Pluck the Hen Mean?

Pluck the Hen concludes with Walter Kapps reinforcing the comedy themes established throughout the film. The final moments with Geneviève Guitry leave a lasting impression — the ending is both a resolution and a statement about the story's central questions.