Life Dances On
Originally released in 1937. Life Dances On is a drama/romance film. directed by Julien Duvivier. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Harry Baur, Marie Bell, and Pierre Blanchar
Synopsis
After the death of her husband, Christine realizes she has possibly wasted her life by marrying him instead of the man towards whom, in her youth, she had a stronger inclination. To overcome these dreary thoughts, she decides to find out about him and the other men who danced with her during a ball that was a turning point in her life, many years ago. She pays a visit to those forgotten acquaintances one after the other; Christine is not only surprised to see how they have fared, but also discovers the impact she had, unknowingly, on the feelings and the destiny of these persons.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 9, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (33 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Harry Baur
as Alain Regnault
Marie Bell
as Christine Surgère
Pierre Blanchar
as Thierry Raynal
Fernandel
as Fabien Coutissol
Louis Jouvet
as Pierre Verdier, dit Jo
Raimu
as Francois Patusset
Françoise Rosay
as Marguerite Audié
Pierre Alcover
as Teddy Mélanco
Pierre Richard-Willm
as Eric Irvin
Maurice Bénard
as Bremond
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Productions Sigma
- Les Films Vog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life Dances On about?
After the death of her husband, Christine realizes she has possibly wasted her life by marrying him instead of the man towards whom, in her youth, she had a stronger inclination. To overcome these ...
Who directed Life Dances On?
Life Dances On was directed by Julien Duvivier.
How long is Life Dances On?
Life Dances On has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was Life Dances On released?
Life Dances On was released on September 9, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Life Dances On?
The main cast of Life Dances On includes Harry Baur, Marie Bell, Pierre Blanchar, Fernandel, Louis Jouvet.