Sacred Youth (1958)
Mr. Longué, aged 79, is offered a life annuity on his provincial estate by his nephew. He receives the same, but more advantageous, offer from his insurer, but Mr. Longué has decided to undergo a rejuvenation treatment in Switzerland, at Dr. Koranoff's establishment. The effect was striking, and he was given a new lease on life, leaving his heirs and insurer in complete disarray. His wife, witnessing her husband's metamorphosis, also undergoes the treatment, and off they go on a second honeymoon to Italy.
Director: André Berthomieu
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: August 5, 1958
Cast
- André Luguet - Thomas Longué
- Gaby Morlay - Zabeth Longué
- Micheline Dax - Mathilde Billard, Thomas's secretary and lover
- Guy Bertil - Jean-Paul Longué, son of Étienne and Armande
- Jacques Morel - Étienne Longué, nephew of Thomas
- Gisèle Grandpré - Armande Longué, wife of Étienne
- Noël Roquevert - Mr. Horville, insurance agent
- Claudie Laurence - Sophie
- Lisette Lebon - Odile
- Mischa Auer - Professor Koranoff
Screenplay
Cinematography: Walter Wottitz
Production: Les Films Fernand Rivers
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: André Berthomieu
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sacred Youth about?
- Mr. Longué, aged 79, is offered a life annuity on his provincial estate by his nephew. He receives the same, but more advantageous, offer from his insurer, but Mr. Longué has decided to undergo a rejuvenation treatment in Switzerland, at Dr. Koranoff's establishment. The effect was striking, and he was given a new lease on life, leaving his heirs and insurer in complete disarray. His wife, witnessing her husband's metamorphosis, also undergoes the treatment, and off they go on a second honeymoon to Italy.
- Who directed Sacred Youth?
- Sacred Youth was directed by André Berthomieu.
- Who stars in Sacred Youth?
- Sacred Youth stars André Luguet, Gaby Morlay, Micheline Dax, Guy Bertil, Jacques Morel, Gisèle Grandpré.
- How long is Sacred Youth?
- Sacred Youth has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Sacred Youth?
- Sacred Youth is a Comedy film.
- Where was Sacred Youth produced?
- Sacred Youth was produced in France.