The Vendetta (1962)
Arbella is a charming village in Corsica. It's such a pleasant place to live that Monsieur Lauriston has decided to spend his old age there with his wife Marthe. Encouraged by Giuseppe, the owner of the Napoleon bar, he is promoted to mayor. This brings him the wrath of Captain Bartoli, owner of the Café Bonaparte, a self-styled pirate and navigator who has long aspired to this honorable position. Further complications arise when Lauriston's nephew romances Antonia, the daughter of Amoretti, the last bandit of honor in the area and the town's main tourist attraction.
Director: Jean Chérasse
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: April 17, 1962
Cast
- Francis Blanche - Bartoli
- Olivier Hussenot - Mr Lauriston
- Louis de Funès - Amoretti
- Jean Lefebvre - Colombo
- Rosy Varte - Mrs. Lauriston
- Jacqueline Pierreux - Tourist
- Charles Blavette - Sosthène
- Christian Méry - Teacher
- Mario Carotenuto - Corti, candidate for mayor
- Marisa Merlini - Postwoman
Screenplay
Production: M.E.C, S.I.F.E.C
Country: France, Italy
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Jean Chérasse
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Vendetta about?
- Arbella is a charming village in Corsica. It's such a pleasant place to live that Monsieur Lauriston has decided to spend his old age there with his wife Marthe. Encouraged by Giuseppe, the owner of the Napoleon bar, he is promoted to mayor. This brings him the wrath of Captain Bartoli, owner of the Café Bonaparte, a self-styled pirate and navigator who has long aspired to this honorable position. Further complications arise when Lauriston's nephew romances Antonia, the daughter of Amoretti, the last bandit of honor in the area and the town's main tourist attraction.
- Who directed The Vendetta?
- The Vendetta was directed by Jean Chérasse.
- Who stars in The Vendetta?
- The Vendetta stars Francis Blanche, Olivier Hussenot, Louis de Funès, Jean Lefebvre, Rosy Varte, Jacqueline Pierreux.
- How long is The Vendetta?
- The Vendetta has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is The Vendetta?
- The Vendetta is a Comedy film.
- Where was The Vendetta produced?
- The Vendetta was produced in France, Italy.