On the Bench (1954)
La Hurlette and Carmen are a pair of philosophical tramps who enjoy simple pleasures in the company of the cheerful Sosthène. As in the fairy tales, La Hurlette learns that he has just inherited a tidy fortune, provided he can find a job. By dint of hard work, he manages to do so, and a banquet brings together his disinherited friends. Determined to live the high life, La Hurlette and Carmen lose all their inheritance at the Cabourg casino, and end up as philosophical as ever on their favorite bench.
Director: Robert Verney
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: December 6, 1954
Cast
- Raymond Souplex - 'La Hurlette'
- Jane Sourza - Carmen
- Julien Carette - Sosthène
- Nicole Besnard - Jeannette
- Max Elloy - Tramp
- Paul Azaïs - Lacassagne
- Léonce Corne - Notary
- Guy Derlan - Seller
- Alain Bouvette - Sommelier
- Jean Clarieux - Carrier
Screenplay
Production: Boréal Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Robert Verney
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is On the Bench about?
- La Hurlette and Carmen are a pair of philosophical tramps who enjoy simple pleasures in the company of the cheerful Sosthène. As in the fairy tales, La Hurlette learns that he has just inherited a tidy fortune, provided he can find a job. By dint of hard work, he manages to do so, and a banquet brings together his disinherited friends. Determined to live the high life, La Hurlette and Carmen lose all their inheritance at the Cabourg casino, and end up as philosophical as ever on their favorite bench.
- Who directed On the Bench?
- On the Bench was directed by Robert Verney.
- Who stars in On the Bench?
- On the Bench stars Raymond Souplex, Jane Sourza, Julien Carette, Nicole Besnard, Max Elloy, Paul Azaïs.
- How long is On the Bench?
- On the Bench has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is On the Bench?
- On the Bench is a Comedy film.
- Where was On the Bench produced?
- On the Bench was produced in France.