Direction: Henry Roussel

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


Paris' Girls

1929 · Movie · 137 min. · France

Direction Henry Roussel

Cast Suzy Vernon · Danièle Parola · Fernand Fabre · Cyril De Ramsay

Synopsis Paris' Girls (1929) is a delightful French cinematic treat helmed by Henry Roussell, focusing on the romantic entanglements of two charming Parisian ladies who are both enamored with the same man, Fernand Fabre. When one of the women, Suzy Vernon,...

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La fleur d'oranger

1932 · Movie · 87 min. · France

Direction Henry Roussel

Cast André Lefaur · André Alerme · José Noguéro · Marcel Lutrand

Synopsis La fleur d'oranger (1932) centers around the stern and oppressive figure of M. de Méricourt, a judge who extends his authoritarian behavior beyond the courtroom and into his own home. His son, René, lives in constant fear of his father's...

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Her People

1924 · Movie · 120 min. · France

Direction Henry Roussel

Cast Raquel Meller · Suzanne Bianchetti · André Roanne · Jeanne Even

Synopsis Her People (1924) is a historical melodrama that unfolds during the reign of Napoleon III in France. The film features Raquel Meller as a Spanish flower girl who bravely steps in to save the life of the French empress Eugenie...

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Flanders under Philip II

1923 · Movie · 115 min. · France

Direction Henry Roussel

Cast Marcel Vibert · André Roanne · Raquel Meller · Albert Bras

Synopsis Flanders under Philip II (1923) follows the tumultuous love story of Concepcion de la Playa Setta, a noblewoman from Andalusia and daughter of the provost marshall of Flanders, who finds herself deeply in love with the Duke Philippe de Hornes,...

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Her People

1925 · Movie · 80 min. · France

Direction Henry Roussel

Cast Pierre Blanchar · Raquel Meller · André Roanne · Max Maxudian

Synopsis Her People (1925) unfolds in a compact East European enclave where a Jewish family commemorates Easter. The discord among the Sigoulim siblings reflects the broader conflict between two influential figures: Samuel, a dedicated rabbi, and Moïse, a skilled money lender....

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Corsican Love

1927 · Movie · 104 min. · France

Direction Henry Roussel

Cast Rolla Norman · Jacqueline Forzane · Gaston Jacquet · Paul Jorge

Synopsis Corsican Love (1927) unfolds in the picturesque landscape of Corsica, where a determined young entrepreneur, Jacqueline Forzane, embarks on an ambitious venture to develop an electrical system for her steel mill. However, her innovative project encounters resistance from various quarters,...

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The Night Belongs to Us

1929 · Movie · 110 min. · Germany

Direction Carl Froelich · Henry Roussel

Cast Hans Albers · Charlotte Ander · Otto Wallburg · Walter Janssen

Synopsis The Night Belongs to Us (1929) follows the thrilling tale of a high-stakes racing event in Sicily. During a crucial test run for a major race, the skilled driver Bettina Bang encounters a perilous accident. She is miraculously rescued by...

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