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18/12/1931 Comedy, Music 1h 35m
70
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Overview

In this classic French satire, Louis, a convict, escapes from prison and takes on legitimate work, making his way up in the business world. Eventually becoming the head of a successful factory, Louis opts to modernize his company with mechanical innovations. But when his friend Émile finally leaves jail years later and reunites with Louis, the past catches up with them. The two, worried about being apprehended by police, long to flee the confines of industry.

  1. René Clair

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. Henri Marchand

    Émile

  2. Raymond Cordy

    Louis

  3. Rolla France

    Jeanne

  4. Paul Ollivier

    Paul Imaque, l'oncle

  5. Jacques Shelly

    Paul

  6. Germaine Aussey

    Maud

  7. Léon Lorin

    Le vieux monsieur sourd

  8. Vincent Hyspa

    Le vieil orateur

  9. André Michaud

    Le contremaitre

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Full Cast & Crew

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Status
Released

Original Language
French

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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