The Congress of Mother-in-Laws (1954)
The Baroness de Courtebise presides over an association of mothers-in-law with grievances against their sons-in-law. Armed with her prerogatives, she forbids the marriage of her daughter-in-law to the mayor's nephew, especially as an inheritance is in doubt. The ladies kidnap, the men kidnap, the election campaign turns sour and the Baroness must capitulate. She takes revenge by falling into the mayor's arms.
Director: Émile Couzinet
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: December 15, 1954
Cast
- Pierre Larquey - Le maire
- Jeanne Fusier-Gir - La baronne de Courtebise
- Dorette Ardenne - Catherine Moucaille
- Raymond Cordy - Le garde chapêtre
- Maximilienne - Madame Moucaille
- Georges Rollin - Jacques
- Colette Régis - Madame Perchepeinte
- Simone Max - Madame Bonnichon
- Alain Baugé - André
- Annick Baugé - Dominique de Courtebise
Screenplay
Music: Vincent Scotto
Cinematography: Pierre Dolley
Production: Burgus Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Themes
Wedding Disasters and Big Laughs, Wedding Mishap and Funny Disaster
Keywords
bad mother-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, wedding, vaudeville, 1950s, woman vs. men, mayoral election
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Congress of Mother-in-Laws about?
- The Baroness de Courtebise presides over an association of mothers-in-law with grievances against their sons-in-law. Armed with her prerogatives, she forbids the marriage of her daughter-in-law to the mayor's nephew, especially as an inheritance is in doubt. The ladies kidnap, the men kidnap, the election campaign turns sour and the Baroness must capitulate. She takes revenge by falling into the mayor's arms.
- Who directed The Congress of Mother-in-Laws?
- The Congress of Mother-in-Laws was directed by Émile Couzinet.
- Who stars in The Congress of Mother-in-Laws?
- The Congress of Mother-in-Laws stars Pierre Larquey, Jeanne Fusier-Gir, Dorette Ardenne, Raymond Cordy, Maximilienne, Georges Rollin.
- How long is The Congress of Mother-in-Laws?
- The Congress of Mother-in-Laws has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is The Congress of Mother-in-Laws?
- The Congress of Mother-in-Laws is a Comedy film.
- Where was The Congress of Mother-in-Laws produced?
- The Congress of Mother-in-Laws was produced in France.
- What are the themes of The Congress of Mother-in-Laws?
- The themes of The Congress of Mother-in-Laws include: Wedding Disasters and Big Laughs, Wedding Mishap and Funny Disaster.