Champagne for Savages (1964)
A diverse group of friends gather to celebrate a witless woman's birthday in this comedy drama set in France during World War II. The guests include an uncle who is a Nazi collaborator, a blind war veteran, a simpering physician, an arrogant educator, a patriotic girl, and the husband of the guest of honor. When some German soldiers are killed outside the house, the group is told by the Gestapo that they must choose among themselves two who will be shot if the killer is not caught. If two victims are not chosen, all seven at the party will be captured. Things sound pretty grim, but the black comedy begins when all seven try to save themselves by any means possible.
Director: Christian-Jaque
Genre: Drama, War
Runtime: 99 min
Release Date: August 26, 1964
Cast
- France Anglade - Sophie
- Francis Blanche - Francis
- Antonella Lualdi - Françoise
- Claude Rich - Claude
- Adolfo Marsillach - le docteur
- Dominique Paturel - Jean-Louis
- Claude Nicot - Victor
- Boy Gobert - Kaubach
- Jean Maurice
- Carlos Ronda
Screenplay
Music: Gérard Calvi
Editing: Jacques Desagneaux
Production: Flora Film, Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique, Les Films Borderie, Produzione D.S. (Dario Sabatello)
Country: Spain, France, Italy
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Champagne for Savages about?
- A diverse group of friends gather to celebrate a witless woman's birthday in this comedy drama set in France during World War II. The guests include an uncle who is a Nazi collaborator, a blind war veteran, a simpering physician, an arrogant educator, a patriotic girl, and the husband of the guest of honor. When some German soldiers are killed outside the house, the group is told by the Gestapo that they must choose among themselves two who will be shot if the killer is not caught. If two victims are not chosen, all seven at the party will be captured. Things sound pretty grim, but the black comedy begins when all seven try to save themselves by any means possible.
- Who directed Champagne for Savages?
- Champagne for Savages was directed by Christian-Jaque.
- Who stars in Champagne for Savages?
- Champagne for Savages stars France Anglade, Francis Blanche, Antonella Lualdi, Claude Rich, Adolfo Marsillach, Dominique Paturel.
- How long is Champagne for Savages?
- Champagne for Savages has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is Champagne for Savages?
- Champagne for Savages is a Drama, War film.
- Where was Champagne for Savages produced?
- Champagne for Savages was produced in Spain, France, Italy.