Cast: Line Noro

Direction Julien Duvivier

Cast Jean Gabin · Mireille Balin · Gabriel Gabrio · Lucas Gridoux

Synopsis Pépé le Moko (1937) is set in the vibrant and bustling streets of 1930s Algeria, where the charismatic Parisian criminal Pépé le Moko (portrayed by Jean Gabin) holds sway over the Casbah district. Shielded by a loyal entourage of women...

Direction Marcel Pagnol

Cast Raimu · Fernandel · Josette Day · Line Noro

Synopsis The Well-Digger's Daughter (1940) unfolds in a pastoral setting where a young woman finds herself in a delicate situation. As her two admirers depart for military service, she discovers she is expecting a child. This revelation sets the stage for...

Direction Jean Delannoy

Cast Pierre Blanchar · Michèle Morgan · Line Noro · Rosine Luguet

Synopsis Pastoral Symphony (1946) tells the story of a clergyman who, while providing refuge to a visually impaired young woman, finds himself drawn to her. However, his growing affection for her is complicated by the fact that he is already bound...

Direction Abel Gance

Cast Victor Francen · Line Noro · Marie Lou · Jean-Max

Direction Julien Duvivier

Cast Harry Baur · Valery Inkijinoff · Alexandre Rignault · Gaston Jacquet

Synopsis A Man's Neck (1933) follows Willy Ferriere, a man in dire financial straits due to his expensive mistress. In a moment of desperation, he casually mentions in a pub that he would pay 100,000 francs to be rid of his...

Direction Julien Duvivier

Cast Jean Murat · Thomy Bourdelle · Suzanne Christy · Charlotte Barbier-Krauss

Synopsis The Heavenly Crusade (1929) follows the journey of a prosperous individual who dispatches his crew on a voyage aboard an antiquated vessel. The crew soon discovers that they can profit from the alcohol they are transporting. However, their ship meets...

Direction Jean Vallée

Cast Pierre Larquey · Alexandre Rignault · Simone Bourday · Line Noro

Synopsis The Land That Dies (1936) follows the story of a landowner grappling with the future of his estate. Unable to persuade either of his sons to take over his responsibilities, he seeks a suitable successor. The narrative explores whether his...

Direction Raymond Bernard

Cast Gaby Morlay · Line Noro · Florelle · Pauline Carton

Direction Richard Pottier

Cast Fernandel · Mireille Perrey · Jacques Varennes · Colette Mareuil

Synopsis Three Sinners (1950) follows the story of Noel Annequin, the estranged member of an ambitious, upwardly mobile family. Unlike his siblings, who are focused on advancing their social status, Noel chose to marry for love and remain in the countryside....

Direction Maurice Tourneur

Cast Antonin Berval · Pierre Larquey · Alexandre Rignault · Ghislaine Bru

Direction Serge de Poligny · Karl Hartl

Cast Pierre Blanchar · Brigitte Helm · Roger Karl · Rosine Deréan

Synopsis L'or (1934) is a French-language adaptation of the classic film "Gold." This cinematic work delves into the allure and consequences of the pursuit of wealth, offering a compelling narrative that explores the human psyche and societal dynamics. The story unfolds...

Direction Alexandre Ryder

Cast Roger Karl · Line Noro · Pierre Labry · Alexandre Mihalesco

Direction Serge de Poligny

Cast Pierre Richard-Willm · Jany Holt · Line Noro · Anne Belval

Synopsis La fiancée des ténèbres (1945) follows Sylvie, a young woman residing in Carcassonne, France, who is convinced she is cursed after witnessing the tragic deaths of her two previous lovers. She lives with her adoptive guardian, Mr. Toulzac, a retired...

Direction Marcello Pagliero

Cast Nicole Courcel · Franck Villard · Henri Génès · Line Noro

Synopsis The Lovers of Bras-Mort (1951) follows the story of Jean Michaut, a hardworking bargeman who resides near an ancient barge graveyard known as "Bras-Mort." His life takes a romantic turn when he falls deeply in love with his cousin Monique,...

Direction Jean Delannoy

Cast Edwige Feuillère · Jean-Louis Barrault · Jean Wall · Françoise Delille

Direction Abel Gance

Cast Antonin Artaud · Gaston Dubosc · Alice Dufrene · Samson Fainsilber

Direction Georges Lampin

Cast Fernand Ledoux · Annabella · Michel Auclair · Louis Salou

Synopsis Éternel conflit (1948) follows the story of Janvier, a disillusioned educator who grows weary of his dull and uninspired existence. Seeking a change, he abandons his teaching career and joins a circus, taking on the role of a clown. In...

Direction Pierre Billon

Cast Michel Simon · Madeleine Sologne · Renée Albouy · Marcel André

Synopsis Vautrin the Thief (1943) follows the story of a former convict who, after escaping from prison, disguises himself as a clergyman to infiltrate 19th-century French society. This cunning individual manipulates his way into the lives of others, particularly focusing on...

Direction Henri Decoin

Cast Jean Marais · Françoise Arnoul · Jeanne Moreau · Denise Grey

Synopsis Inside a Girl's Dormitory (1953) follows Detective Marco as he delves into a complex murder case set within the confines of a prestigious boarding school for teenage girls. The investigation begins with the discovery of a strangled body in the...