Cast: Paul Faivre

Direction Henri Colpi

Cast Alida Valli · Georges Wilson · Charles Blavette · Amédée

Synopsis Such a Long Absence (The Long Absence) (1961) is a poignant French film directed by Henri Colpi. The story unfolds in a small French village where a man, Jean, returns after a long absence, seeking to reconnect with his past....

Direction Georges Lacombe

Cast Marlene Dietrich · Jean Gabin · Jean d'Yd · Daniel Gélin

Synopsis Martin Roumagnac (1946) centers around a local construction entrepreneur, Martin Roumagnac, who becomes infatuated with the stylish and alluring Blanche Ferrand. In an attempt to win her affection, Martin gifts her a luxurious villa, which ultimately leads to his financial...

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Luis Mariano · Bourvil · Annie Cordy · Fernando Rey

Direction André Berthomieu

Cast Jules Berry · Michel Simon · Marie Glory · Fernande Albany

Synopsis Le mort en fuite (1936) follows the misadventures of two struggling comedians who dream of achieving stardom. These performers, who are essentially mediocre actors, devise a plan to gain notoriety. Hector proposes that Achille stage his "murder," with Hector later...

Direction Gilles Grangier

Cast Annie Ducaux · Claude Dauphin · Marguerite Moreno · Jean Debucourt

Synopsis Rendez-vous à Paris (1947) follows the journey of Catherine Laurence, a renowned classical singer, who embarks on a voyage to Lisbon with a desire for solitude. Her peace is disrupted by an intrusive and impolite man. As she spends more...

Direction André Berthomieu

Cast Charles Vanel · Marguerite Deval · Suzy Carrier · Jimmy Gaillard

Synopsis Gringalet (1946) follows the story of a prosperous man with two sons: one legitimate and the other not. The legitimate son, having lived a life of affluence, has grown into an idle and unproductive individual. Meanwhile, the illegitimate son, known...

Direction André Cayatte

Cast Madeleine Sologne · Serge Reggiani · Paul Meurisse · Enrico Glori

Synopsis Le dessous des cartes (1948) follows the story of a prominent banker whose actions lead to a severe financial crisis. When the banker meets an untimely end, a conspiracy unfolds as his death is meticulously concealed. The narrative delves into...

Direction André Berthomieu

Cast Jean Desailly · Martine Carol · Denise Grey · Pierre Larquey

Synopsis Carré de valets (1947) follows the story of Jacques de la Bastide, a young and somewhat inept lawyer who is heavily influenced by his domineering mother. When he takes on the legal defense of three notorious criminals, he becomes entangled...

Direction André Berthomieu

Cast Bourvil · Mathilde Casadesus · Charles Bouillaud · Frederick O'Brady

Direction Guy Lefranc

Cast Raymond Pellegrin · Magali Noël · Leo Genn · Georges Chamarat

Direction Luis Saslavsky

Cast François Périer · Jeanne Moreau · Micheline Presle · Madeleine Robinson

Synopsis The She-Wolves (1957) follows the tale of Gervais and Bernard, two prisoners of war who successfully escape from their captivity. Bernard is driven by the desire to seek refuge with Hélène, a woman he has been romantically corresponding with, whom...

Direction André Berthomieu

Cast Fernandel · Mireille Perrey · Jacques Varennes · Henri Trévoux

Direction Gilles Grangier

Cast Bourvil · Suzy Delair · André Alerme · René Dupuy

Synopsis Par la fenêtre (1948) follows the story of Gaston, affectionately known as Pilou, who has departed from his hometown and his beloved Yvette to pursue a job as a painter in Paris. Pilou is a kind-hearted and somewhat naive individual...

Direction Jean Sacha

Cast Marcel Herrand · Simone Signoret · Alexandre Rignault · Renaud Mary

Direction André Berthomieu

Cast Jacques Hélian · Jeanne Moreau · Henri Génès · Gabriel Cattand

Synopsis Pigalle-Saint-Germain-des-Prés (1950) unfolds in the vibrant yet challenging world of Montmartre's nightlife, focusing on "Le Tambourin," a nightclub facing a decline in popularity. Despite featuring captivating performances by the enchanting Les Bluebell Girls and the energetic Jacques Hélian's Big Band,...

Direction André Berthomieu

Cast Bourvil · Mona Goya · Paulette Dubost · Robert Berri

Synopsis Blanc comme neige (1948) follows the journey of Léon Ménard, a naive and kind-hearted young man who ventures to Paris with the hope of securing employment. In a local café, he crosses paths with Bob, a shady individual who offers...

Direction Roger Richebé

Cast Fernand Ledoux · Bernard Blier · Yves Deniaud · Marion Tourès

Synopsis Monseigneur (1949) follows the journey of Louis Mennechain, a humble locksmith whose life takes an extraordinary turn when Professor Piétrefond reveals that he is a direct descendant of the French kings, specifically the great-grandson of Louis XVII. This revelation thrusts...

Direction Christian-Jaque

Cast Micheline Presle · Berthe Bovy · Louise Conte · Mona Dol

Synopsis Angel and Sinner (1945) unfolds during the tumultuous events of the 1870 war, where a French woman of ill repute finds herself in a precarious situation. She compels a Prussian officer to safeguard the remaining passengers of their coach, only...

Direction Raymond Bernard

Cast Edwige Feuillère · Jacques Dumesnil · Jacques Morel · Maurice Teynac

Synopsis Le septième commandement (1957) follows the tale of a deceptive Russian princess, a product of the 1917 revolution where many impostors claimed aristocratic lineage. With the aid of two accomplices, she ensnares affluent men to steal their valuable jewels. However,...

Direction René Jolivet

Cast Jean-Pierre Aumont · Geneviève Kervin · Georges Marchal · Maria Mauban