"The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie" is a 1972 film directed by Luis Buñuel. It is a surrealist comedy that follows a group of upper-middle-class friends who repeatedly attempt to have a meal together but are thwarted by bizarre and absurd interruptions. The film explores themes of social class, desire, and the absurdity of bourgeois life. The narrative unfolds through a series of dreamlike sequences, blending reality and fantasy. Each failed dining experience reveals the characters' pretensions and the emptiness of their social rituals. The film is notable for its critique of the bourgeoisie and its exploration of the subconscious.