Illicit Motherhood (1953)
A group of drifting youngsters train to commit petty thefts. A certain André puts them on the trail of a real hold-up. They might carry it out if a suicide attempt didn't stop them. A young woman throws herself into the river. They save her, comfort her, learn that she's pregnant. They surround her with their friendship. When André reappears and seizes Lucienne to throw her on the pavement, everyone unites to save her, and the kind-hearted Maurice offers to be the baby's loving father.
Director: Jean Gourguet
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: October 9, 1953
Cast
- Dany Carrel - Marie-Lucienne Morel dite : Lulu, la jeune fille enceinte
- Michel Roux - Maurice, le gentil garçon de la bande
- Dora Doll - Anita, la sœur de Doudou
- Pierre Larquey - Pépère, le clochard
- Jane Marken - La tante de Jacques
- Noël Roquevert - Le père de Jacques
- Jean-Pierre Mocky - La Fouine, un gars de la bande
- Daniel Cauchy - Mickey
- Jean Clarieux - André dit : Dédé le souteneur
- Maurice Sarfati - Doudou, un gars de la bande
Screenplay
- Jean Gourguet
- Michelle Gourguet (Writers' Assistant)
Production: Société Française de Production (SFP)
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Jean Gourguet
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Illicit Motherhood about?
- A group of drifting youngsters train to commit petty thefts. A certain André puts them on the trail of a real hold-up. They might carry it out if a suicide attempt didn't stop them. A young woman throws herself into the river. They save her, comfort her, learn that she's pregnant. They surround her with their friendship. When André reappears and seizes Lucienne to throw her on the pavement, everyone unites to save her, and the kind-hearted Maurice offers to be the baby's loving father.
- Who directed Illicit Motherhood?
- Illicit Motherhood was directed by Jean Gourguet.
- Who stars in Illicit Motherhood?
- Illicit Motherhood stars Dany Carrel, Michel Roux, Dora Doll, Pierre Larquey, Jane Marken, Noël Roquevert.
- How long is Illicit Motherhood?
- Illicit Motherhood has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is Illicit Motherhood?
- Illicit Motherhood is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was Illicit Motherhood produced?
- Illicit Motherhood was produced in France.