Skipper Next to God (1951)
Captain Joris Kniper believes so strongly that he is "skipper next to God" that he is used to playing God on his ship. Tough and bossy, he gives orders which are not to be discussed. But, some day, he is driven to accept on board several German Jews fleeing the nazis and who are refused asylum everywhere. He gradually realizes that skipper he is, but next to God only.The Bible will help him to find the way to self-questioning, awareness and charity.
Director: Louis Daquin
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: March 2, 1951
Cast
- Pierre Brasseur - Captain Joris KnAipper
- Jacques François - The doctor
- Jean Mercure - The rabbi
- Louis Seigner - Pastor Lewis
- Pierre Latour - Ritter
- Guy Mairesse - A Jewish passenger
- Gérard Buhr - The German officer
- Emilio Carrer - The Egyptian officer
- Yvette Etiévant - The girl
- Maurice Lagrenée - The Dutch Consul
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Louis Daquin
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Skipper Next to God about?
- Captain Joris Kniper believes so strongly that he is "skipper next to God" that he is used to playing God on his ship. Tough and bossy, he gives orders which are not to be discussed. But, some day, he is driven to accept on board several German Jews fleeing the nazis and who are refused asylum everywhere. He gradually realizes that skipper he is, but next to God only.The Bible will help him to find the way to self-questioning, awareness and charity.
- Who directed Skipper Next to God?
- Skipper Next to God was directed by Louis Daquin.
- Who stars in Skipper Next to God?
- Skipper Next to God stars Pierre Brasseur, Jacques François, Jean Mercure, Louis Seigner, Pierre Latour, Guy Mairesse.
- How long is Skipper Next to God?
- Skipper Next to God has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).