The Swallow and the Titmouse (1924)
Herr Pierre Van Groot owns two barges. Van Groot, his wife, and his sister-in-law navigate along the north channels between Belgium and France. Herr Pierre transports construction material in his barges but he earns extra francs trafficking in diamonds, which he hides in the boat’s rudder. Pierre engages a new first mate, Michel, who gets wise to the diamond smuggling. The film was shot in 1920, but only shown once in its 80 minute entirety at a private screening in 1924.
Director: André Antoine
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 78 min
Release Date: June 5, 1924
Cast
- Maguy Deliac - Marthe, The Young Sister of Griet
- Pierre Alcover - Michel, The New Pilot
- Louis Ravet - Pierre Van Groot, The Barge Owner
- Jane Maylianes - Griet Van Groot, Pierre's Wife
- Georges Denola - The diamond dealer
Screenplay
Editing: Jacques Willemetz
Production: Pathé Frères
Country: Belgium, France
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr
Keywords
canal, barge
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Swallow and the Titmouse about?
- Herr Pierre Van Groot owns two barges. Van Groot, his wife, and his sister-in-law navigate along the north channels between Belgium and France. Herr Pierre transports construction material in his barges but he earns extra francs trafficking in diamonds, which he hides in the boat’s rudder. Pierre engages a new first mate, Michel, who gets wise to the diamond smuggling. The film was shot in 1920, but only shown once in its 80 minute entirety at a private screening in 1924.
- Who directed The Swallow and the Titmouse?
- The Swallow and the Titmouse was directed by André Antoine.
- Who stars in The Swallow and the Titmouse?
- The Swallow and the Titmouse stars Maguy Deliac, Pierre Alcover, Louis Ravet, Jane Maylianes, Georges Denola.
- How long is The Swallow and the Titmouse?
- The Swallow and the Titmouse has a runtime of 1h 18m (78 minutes).
- What genre is The Swallow and the Titmouse?
- The Swallow and the Titmouse is a Drama film.
- Where was The Swallow and the Titmouse produced?
- The Swallow and the Titmouse was produced in Belgium, France.