The Thief of Paris (1967)
The light touch of the masters! Malle makes… Belmondo takes.
In turn-of-the-century Paris, Georges Randal is brought up by his wealthy uncle, who steals his inheritance. Georges hopes to marry his cousin Charlotte, but his uncle arranges for her to marry a rich neighbour. In retaliation, Georges steals the fiancé's family jewels, and enjoys the experience so much that he embarks upon a lifetime of burglary.
Director: Louis Malle
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama, History
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: February 22, 1967
Cast
- Jean-Paul Belmondo - Georges Randal
- Geneviève Bujold - Charlotte
- Marie Dubois - Geneviève Delpiels
- Julien Guiomar - Abbot Félix La Margelle
- Paul Le Person - Roger Voisin aka 'Roger-La-Honte'
- Christian Lude - Urbain Randal, Georges' uncle and guardian
- Françoise Fabian - Ida
- Marlène Jobert - Broussaille
- Bernadette Lafont - Marguerite, brazen maid
- Martine Sarcey - Renée Mouratet
Screenplay
- Daniel Boulanger (Dialogue)
- Georges Darien (Novel)
- Jean-Claude Carrière (Screenplay)
- Louis Malle (Screenplay)
Music: Henri Lanoë
Cinematography: Henri Decaë
Editing: Henri Lanoë
Production: Les Productions Artistes Associés, C. C. Champion, Nouvelles Éditions de Films
Country: France, Italy
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Thief of Paris about?
- In turn-of-the-century Paris, Georges Randal is brought up by his wealthy uncle, who steals his inheritance. Georges hopes to marry his cousin Charlotte, but his uncle arranges for her to marry a rich neighbour. In retaliation, Georges steals the fiancé's family jewels, and enjoys the experience so much that he embarks upon a lifetime of burglary.
- Who directed The Thief of Paris?
- The Thief of Paris was directed by Louis Malle.
- Who stars in The Thief of Paris?
- The Thief of Paris stars Jean-Paul Belmondo, Geneviève Bujold, Marie Dubois, Julien Guiomar, Paul Le Person, Christian Lude.
- How long is The Thief of Paris?
- The Thief of Paris has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is The Thief of Paris?
- The Thief of Paris is a Comedy, Crime, Drama, History film.
- Where was The Thief of Paris produced?
- The Thief of Paris was produced in France, Italy.