Bluebeard (1951)

Bluebeard (1951) poster

Just before wowing international critics and moviegoers with his adventure romp Fanfan la Tulipe, director Christian-Jaque dashed off the lampoonish Barbe-Bleue. Ostensibly the story of the famed wife-killing potentate Bluebeard (Pierre Brasseur), this lighthearted costumer begins as the title character is poised to march down the matrimonial aisle for the eighth time. Barbe-Bleue's newest spouse Aline (Cécile Aubry) is kept in line by her husband's claims of murdering her predecessors. But when Aline opens the famous locked door to the equally famous hidden room, both she and the audience are in for quite a surprise. The frivolous nature of Barbe-Bleue is underlined by its pleasing utilization of the French Gezacolor process.

Director: Christian-Jaque
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 95 min
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Screenplay

Music: Gérard Calvi
Production: Alcina
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bluebeard about?
Just before wowing international critics and moviegoers with his adventure romp Fanfan la Tulipe, director Christian-Jaque dashed off the lampoonish Barbe-Bleue. Ostensibly the story of the famed wife-killing potentate Bluebeard (Pierre Brasseur), this lighthearted costumer begins as the title character is poised to march down the matrimonial aisle for the eighth time. Barbe-Bleue's newest spouse Aline (Cécile Aubry) is kept in line by her husband's claims of murdering her predecessors. But when Aline opens the famous locked door to the equally famous hidden room, both she and the audience are in for quite a surprise. The frivolous nature of Barbe-Bleue is underlined by its pleasing utilization of the French Gezacolor process.
Who directed Bluebeard?
Bluebeard was directed by Christian-Jaque.
Who stars in Bluebeard?
Bluebeard stars Pierre Brasseur, Cécile Aubry, Jean Debucourt, Robert Arnoux, Jacques Sernas, Célina Cély.
How long is Bluebeard?
Bluebeard has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
What genre is Bluebeard?
Bluebeard is a Drama, Comedy film.
Where was Bluebeard produced?
Bluebeard was produced in France.