My Uncle Benjamin
Originally released in 1969. My Uncle Benjamin is a comedy/history film. directed by Édouard Molinaro.
Starring Jacques Brel, Claude Jade, and Bernard Alane
Synopsis
Benjamin is in love with Manette, the innkeeper's beautiful daughter, but she has no intention of giving in to the young doctor until she sees the marriage contract, and marriage does not fit in with Benjamin's spirit of independence. For the same reason he resists the efforts of his sister Bettine to marry him off to Arabelle, the daughter of old Dr. Minxit. Benjamin does agree to go and meet the girl. But that evening his sister finds him at the inn together with Manette, who is arrested by her father. So she decides to go with Benjamin herself. But as result of an incident with the fat Marquis puts paid to the expedition. Benjamin is subjected by the Marquis to a humiliating practical joke. Benjamin is determined to got his revenge. He succeeds thanks to the gorgeous Vicomte Hector de Pont-Cassé, who also helps Manette with her problems against her father. But Benjamin is now arrested by the Marquis...
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 28, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (49 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jacques Brel
as Benjamin Rathery
Claude Jade
as Manette
Bernard Alane
as Pont-Cassé
Rosy Varte
as Bettine, soeur de Benjamin
Paul Frankeur
as Docteur Minxit
Lyne Chardonnet
as Arabelle Minxit
Robert Dalban
as Père de Manette
Bernard Blier
as Marquis de Cambyse
Alfred Adam
as Le sergent
Armand Mestral
as Machecourt
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Euro International Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Uncle Benjamin about?
Benjamin is in love with Manette, the innkeeper's beautiful daughter, but she has no intention of giving in to the young doctor until she sees the marriage contract, and marriage does not fit in wi...
Who directed My Uncle Benjamin?
My Uncle Benjamin was directed by Édouard Molinaro.
How long is My Uncle Benjamin?
My Uncle Benjamin has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was My Uncle Benjamin released?
My Uncle Benjamin was released on November 28, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in My Uncle Benjamin?
The main cast of My Uncle Benjamin includes Jacques Brel, Claude Jade, Bernard Alane, Rosy Varte, Paul Frankeur.