Direction: Richard Pottier

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Richard Pottier. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


David and Goliath

1960 · Movie · 113 min. · Italy

Direction Ferdinando Baldi · Richard Pottier · Orson Welles

Cast Orson Welles · Ivica Pajer · Hilton Edwards · Massimo Serato

Synopsis David and Goliath (1960) is a cinematic retelling of a classic biblical tale. The narrative unfolds as the Philistines launch a war against the Israelites, seizing the Ark of the Covenant in the process. Meanwhile, King Saul of Israel is...

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146 votes

5.2

146 votes

Violetas imperiales

1952 · Movie · 94 min. · Spain

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Carmen Sevilla · Luis Mariano · Angustias Albaicín · Louis Arbessier

Synopsis Violetas imperiales (1952) follows the journey of Violeta, a Romani girl with the gift of fortune-telling, who predicts that Eugenia de Montijo will rise to the rank of empress. When Eugenia marries Napoleon III, she summons Violeta to the royal...

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Picpus

1943 · Movie · 95 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Albert Préjean · Juliette Faber · Jean Tissier · André Gabriello

Synopsis Picpus (1943) follows the intriguing tale of Madame Dumont, who, upon settling into her new residence on rue Picpus, makes a shocking discovery: a lifeless body concealed within her wardrobe. The unsettling find prompts the involvement of Inspector Maigret, who...

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Si j'étais le patron

1934 · Movie · 100 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Fernand Gravey · Max Dearly · Charles Dechamps · Palau

Synopsis Si j'étais le patron (1934) follows the story of a disgruntled concierge who is perpetually frustrated with her tenant, Henri, a young worker and inventor. The source of her irritation is Henri's consistent tardiness in paying his rent, which causes...

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The Lebanese Mission

1956 · Movie · 105 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Jean-Claude Pascal · Gianna Maria Canale · Jean Servais · Luciana Paluzzi

Synopsis The Lebanese Mission (1956) follows the journey of Jean Servais and Omar Sharif as they venture into the Arabian desert in pursuit of uranium. Along their perilous expedition, they encounter a variety of challenges, including spies and thieves. Their path...

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L'aventure commence demain

1948 · Movie · 101 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Isa Miranda · Raymond Rouleau · André Luguet · Raymonde du Bief

Synopsis L'aventure commence demain (1948) follows the tale of two cunning criminals who join forces: a sharp-minded mastermind known as "Buck" and a seductive femme fatale reminiscent of Joan Crawford and Rita Hayworth, complete with a signature cigarette holder, dubbed "Charm."...

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Défense d'aimer

1942 · Movie · 90 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Suzy Delair · Paul Meurisse · André Gabriello · Mona Goya

Synopsis Défense d'aimer (1942) centers around Monsieur Gavard, a stern and controlling hotel magnate who insists that his son, Maxime, marry a wealthy South American heiress. However, Maxime is already involved with a mistress who refuses to step aside. To deceive...

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Huit hommes dans un château

1942 · Movie · 93 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast René Dary · Jacqueline Gauthier · Aline Carola · Louis Salou

Synopsis Huit hommes dans un château (1942) follows the story of a pair of crime novelists, the Paladines, who stumble upon a compelling narrative while watching a newsreel about a shipwreck. The report features Lieutenant Dupuis, who recounts the tragic death...

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Three Sinners

1950 · Movie · 120 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Fernandel · Mireille Perrey · Jacques Varennes · Colette Mareuil

Synopsis Three Sinners (1950) follows the story of Noel Annequin, the estranged member of an ambitious, upwardly mobile family. Unlike his siblings, who are focused on advancing their social status, Noel chose to marry for love and remain in the countryside....

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27 rue de la paix

1936 · Movie · 100 min. · France

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Three Feet in a Bed

1950 · Movie · 87 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Fernandel · Germaine Montero · Bernard La Jarrige · Jacqueline Duc

Synopsis Three Feet in a Bed (1950) follows Casimir, a peddler who, despite his past failures, assures his fiancée that his latest batch of vacuum cleaners will be a success. However, his luck doesn't change until he visits the apartment of...

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Caroline chérie

1951 · Movie · 140 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Martine Carol · Jacques Dacqmine · Marie Déa · Paul Bernard

Synopsis Caroline chérie (1951) follows the tumultuous journey of Caroline de Bièvre, a young aristocrat celebrating her sixteenth birthday on the eve of the French Revolution, July 14, 1789. As the revolution unfolds, Caroline struggles to navigate the chaos while desperately...

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Ouvert contre X...

1952 · Movie · 100 min. · France

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Yves Deniaud · Elina Labourdette · Yves Vincent · Jean Debucourt

Synopsis Ouvert contre X... (1952) follows the gripping tale of a prosperous financier who meets a tragic end in his luxurious residence. The mystery deepens as two detectives, one seasoned and the other fresh out of training, are assigned to unravel...

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