It recalls an era when having every modern convenience was commonplace that we are introduced to the Arpel family. Monsieur (Jean-Pierre Zola) holds down a management position at a plastics factory, which allows his somewhat pretentious wife (Adrienne Servantie) to maintain a lifestyle she’s grown accustomed to. Living nearby in town is her brother “Hulot” (Jacques Tati), whose home lacks basic amenities and who worr…