Strange Desire of Mr. Bard (1954)

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A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead him to the journey of self-exploration and finding his true love.

Director: Géza von Radványi
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 108 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Jean-Jacques Grünenwald
Cinematography: Léonce-Henri Burel
Editing: René Le Hénaff
Production: UGC Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Géza von Radványi
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard about?
A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead him to the journey of self-exploration and finding his true love.
Who directed Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard was directed by Géza von Radványi.
Who stars in Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard stars Michel Simon, Louis de Funès, Yves Deniaud, Geneviève Page, Georgette Anys, Paul Demange.
How long is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).
What genre is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard is a Comedy, Drama film.
Where was Strange Desire of Mr. Bard produced?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard was produced in France.