The Fatted Calf (1939)
Jules Vachon, a pharmacist, has two sons, Gabriel, a steady-minded young man dedicated to his job in the pharmacy, and Gaston, a good for nothing whose only talent is to seduce rich women and take money from their pockets. But it is Gaston who is hailed as a great man when he returns to his native village thanks to his deep pockets.
Director: Serge de Poligny
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 85 min
Release Date: April 12, 1939
Cast
- François Périer - Gaston Vachon
- Elvira Popescu - Princess Dorothée
- Armand Bernard - Gabriel Vachon
- André Lefaur - Jules Vachon Sr.
- Gabrielle Fontan - Mrs. Vachon
- Robert Le Vigan - Grussgolt
- Marcelle Praince - Mrs. Van Houtentook
- Raymond Cordy - Priest
- Dorville - Receiver
- Yvette Andréyor - Jeanne's Mother
Screenplay
- Jean-Henri Blanchon (Adaptation)
- Bernard Zimmer (Novel)
Music: Henri Verdun
Cinematography: Boris Kaufman
Editing: William Barache
Production: Dimeco Productions
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
gigolo
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Fatted Calf about?
- Jules Vachon, a pharmacist, has two sons, Gabriel, a steady-minded young man dedicated to his job in the pharmacy, and Gaston, a good for nothing whose only talent is to seduce rich women and take money from their pockets. But it is Gaston who is hailed as a great man when he returns to his native village thanks to his deep pockets.
- Who directed The Fatted Calf?
- The Fatted Calf was directed by Serge de Poligny.
- Who stars in The Fatted Calf?
- The Fatted Calf stars François Périer, Elvira Popescu, Armand Bernard, André Lefaur, Gabrielle Fontan, Robert Le Vigan.
- How long is The Fatted Calf?
- The Fatted Calf has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
- What genre is The Fatted Calf?
- The Fatted Calf is a Comedy film.
- Where was The Fatted Calf produced?
- The Fatted Calf was produced in France.