Cast: Maximilienne

Direction Marcel Pagnol

Cast Raimu · Ginette LeClerc · Fernand Charpin · Robert Vattier

Direction René Clair

Cast Raymond Cordy · Henri Marchand · Paul Ollivier · André Michaud

Synopsis À nous la liberté (Freedom for Us) (1931) is a renowned left-wing satirical comedy that follows the journey of two former convicts. One of the ex-convicts rises from a salesman to a factory owner, managing an extremely mechanized operation that...

Direction H.G. Clouzot

Cast Pierre Fresnay · Suzy Delair · Jean Tissier · Pierre Larquey

Synopsis The Murderer Lives at Number 21 (1942) follows the story of a cunning detective, Inspector Wens, who strategically relocates to a bustling Parisian lodging house with a singular mission: to apprehend a notorious serial killer who has been terrorizing the...

Direction André Cayatte

Cast Michel Simon · Albert Préjean · Blanchette Brunoy · Suzy Prim

Synopsis Au bonheur des dames (1943) follows the journey of Denise Baudu, a young orphan who travels to Paris seeking refuge and employment with her uncle Baudu, who runs a modest drapery shop called "Le Vieil Elbeuf." Denise's aspirations are dampened...

Direction Léo Joannon

Cast Jean Aquistapace · Paul Bernard · Mireille Balin · Jean Lory

Direction Jacques Tourneur

Cast Jeanne Cheirel · Paul Azaïs · Ghislaine Bru · Marcel André

Synopsis Les filles de la concierge (1934) follows the lives of three sisters, daughters of the humble concierge, Mme Leclerc. Each sister is determined to secure a suitable marriage, with one of them being particularly wealthy. Their mother, however, feels a...

Direction Raymond Bernard

Cast Arletty · Michel Simon · Florelle · Pierre Blanchar

Direction Julien Duvivier

Cast Madeleine Renaud · Suzanne Desprès · Gaby Triquet · Maximilienne

Synopsis Maria Chapdelaine (1934) follows the life of a young woman residing with her family in the remote and challenging environment of Quebec, Canada. She faces the trials of isolation and harsh weather conditions. As she navigates her future, she must...

Direction Marcel Cravenne

Cast Merle Oberon · Paul Henreid · Jim Gerald · Maximilienne

Direction Pierre Chenal

Cast Félix Oudart · Saturnin Fabre · Jean Brochard · Maximilienne

Synopsis Scandals of Clochemerle (1948) unfolds in a quaint village where the tranquility is disrupted by the proposed installation of a public urinal. The community becomes embroiled in chaos and controversy as tensions rise. In an attempt to restore peace, the...

Direction Christian-Jaque

Cast Fernand René · Rolla France · Gaston Dupray · Marc Dantzer

Synopsis Adhémar Lampiot (1932) follows the story of a notary, Tremplin, who is eager to marry off his daughter to a wealthy young farmer named Adhemar. In an effort to facilitate this union, Tremplin takes both his daughter and Adhemar to...

Direction Christian-Jaque

Cast Tramel · Yvonne Garat · Jeanne Fusier-Gir · Maximilienne

Synopsis Voyage d'agrément (1935) follows the tale of Jerome, who deceives his wife into thinking he is incarcerated so he can secretly spend time with his lover. However, his plan takes a dramatic turn when he is genuinely arrested, leading to...

Direction Bernard Vorhaus

Cast Paul Henreid · Merle Oberon · Paul Bonifas · Maximilienne

Synopsis Pardon My French (1951) follows the story of a determined Boston educator who finds herself in a heated dispute with a group of destitute French individuals over the ownership of a inherited château. Elizabeth Rockwell is outraged to discover that...

Direction Marc Allégret

Cast Jules Berry · Victor Boucher · André Lefaur · Elvire Popesco

Synopsis Parade en 7 nuits (1941) follows the tale of Pipo, a small dog who has been recently taken to the pound. As he shares his life story with his fellow canine companions, he recounts his journey through various owners. Initially,...

Direction Léonide Moguy

Cast Annie Ducaux · Roger Duchesne · Ginette LeClerc · Corinne Luchaire

Direction Guillaume Radot

Cast Peter van Eyck · Anne Vernon · Darry Cowl · Irène Hilda

Synopsis Fric-frac en dentelles (1957) follows the chaotic aftermath of American writer Peter Simon's decision to end his tumultuous relationship with his mistress, Eva. Eva, seeking revenge, storms into Peter's apartment, wreaks havoc, and stages her own murder. Meanwhile, Peter finds...

Direction Fernandel

Cast Fernandel · Jacqueline Pagnol · Bernadette Lange · Meg Lemonnier

Synopsis Adhémar or the Toy of Destiny (1951) follows the misadventures of Adhémar Pomme, a man who struggles to secure a suitable position due to his humorous and unconventional appearance. His distinctive look often leads to misunderstandings and comedic situations, making...

Direction Pierre Chenal

Cast Pierre Blanchar · Isa Miranda · Catherine Fonteney · Ginette LeClerc

Synopsis Feu Mathias Pascal (1937) follows the story of Mathias Pascal, a man burdened by an unwise wife and a persistent mother-in-law, who decides to leave his home and finds unexpected fortune at various gambling establishments. Upon his return, he makes...

Direction Carlo Rim

Cast Fernandel · Berthe Bovy · Germaine Kerjean · Albert Dinan

Synopsis L'armoire volante (1947) follows the chaotic journey of Alfred Puc, a timid tax collector in Paris, whose life takes a dramatic turn when his aunt passes away while being transported in a moving van. The van driver, eager to avoid...

Direction Yvan Noé

Cast Danielle Darrieux · Pierre Mingand · Louis Baron fils · Pauline Carton

Synopsis Meet Miss Mozart (1936) is a charming French musical comedy adapted from the stage play "Mademoiselle Mozart" by Yvan Noe, who also co-directed the film. The story revolves around Denise, portrayed by Danielle Darrieux, who runs a music shop on...