Summary Louis Mennechain is a modest locksmith. So imagine his amazement when Professor Piétrefond approaches him and tells him he recognizes in him a descendant of the kings of France, more precisely of Louis XVII (the king who never reigned). According to him he is none other than the monarch's great grandson. Louis's life is soon turned upside down as he becomes the center of attention of a group of ardent royalists. Even a duchess "gives" him her love to make sure that he accepts his role as pretender to the throne... View more details
Directed : Roger Richebé
Written : Roger Richebé Pierre Lestringuez Jean Martet
Stars : Bernard Blier Fernand Ledoux Yves Deniaud Marion Tourès
Genres : Drama
Release date : Dec 15, 1949
Countries of origin : France
Language : French
Filming locations : Square Louis-XVI, Paris 8, Paris, France
Production companies : Les Films Roger Richebé
Summary Louis Mennechain is a modest locksmith. So imagine his amazement when Professor Piétrefond approaches him and tells him he recognizes in him a descendant of the kings of France, more precisely of Louis XVII (the king who never reigned). According to him he is none other than the monarch's great grandson. Louis's life is soon turned upside down as he becomes the center of attention of a group of ardent royalists. Even a duchess "gives" him her love to make sure that he accepts his role as pretender to the throne... View more details
Genres : Drama
Release date : Dec 15, 1949
Countries of origin : France
Language : French
Filming locations : Square Louis-XVI, Paris 8, Paris, France
Production companies : Les Films Roger Richebé
