Summary At 73, France's ex-president, Emile Beaufort, faces declining health, but he still plays a vigorous role behind the scenes as a philosopher and, potentially, as a power broker. In particular, his relationship with Philippe Chalamont comes into play: Chalamont seems in line to be the next Prime Minister, and Beaufort's history with him is long, deep, and problematic. As Beaufort dictates his memoirs, his narrative take us to occasions, 15 and 20 years before, in which Chalamont and he clashed. Chalamont is not without talent and guile: he comes directly to Beaufort to see if they can sort things out. What will Beaufort, ill health and all, do? View more details
Directed : Henri Verneuil
Written : Henri Verneuil Georges Simenon Michel Audiard
Stars : Bernard Blier Jean Gabin Henri Crémieux Renée Faure
Genres : Thriller Drama
Release date : Feb 28, 1961
Countries of origin : Italy France
Language : English French
Filming locations : Avenue d'Iéna, Paris 16, Paris, France
Production companies : Cité Films G.E.S.I. Cinematografica Fidès
Summary At 73, France's ex-president, Emile Beaufort, faces declining health, but he still plays a vigorous role behind the scenes as a philosopher and, potentially, as a power broker. In particular, his relationship with Philippe Chalamont comes into play: Chalamont seems in line to be the next Prime Minister, and Beaufort's history with him is long, deep, and problematic. As Beaufort dictates his memoirs, his narrative take us to occasions, 15 and 20 years before, in which Chalamont and he clashed. Chalamont is not without talent and guile: he comes directly to Beaufort to see if they can sort things out. What will Beaufort, ill health and all, do? View more details
Genres : Thriller Drama
Release date : Feb 28, 1961
Countries of origin : Italy France
Language : English French
Filming locations : Avenue d'Iéna, Paris 16, Paris, France
Production companies : Cité Films G.E.S.I. Cinematografica Fidès
