The Case of Dr. Laurent
Originally released in 1957. The Case of Dr. Laurent is a drama film. directed by Jean-Paul Le Chanois.
Starring Jean Gabin, Nicole Courcel, and Silvia Monfort
Synopsis
A Paris-based doctor tries to spread the gospel of Natural Childbirth. Working in a cloistered rural community, Gabin runs up against the stone walls of fear and prejudice. His theories are proven sound when unwed mother Nicole Courcel gives birth within Gabin's methodology. The childbirth sequence is filmed straight-on with a delicate combination of taste and frankness. Nonetheless, the lurid ad campaign of Cas Du Dr. Laurent sensationalized this sequence all out of proportion.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 3, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (28 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jean Gabin
as le docteur Laurent
Nicole Courcel
as Francine Payot
Silvia Monfort
as Catherine Loubet
Henri Arius
as le docteur Bastide
Antoine Balpêtré
as le docteur René Vanolle
Georges Lannes
as le docteur Ripert
Michel Barbey
as André Loubet
Marcel Daxely
as Simonet
Yvonne Gamy
as Mme Bigeot, la sage-femme
Riri Berty
as Mme Simonet
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Cocinex
- Cocinor
- Sédif Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Case of Dr. Laurent about?
A Paris-based doctor tries to spread the gospel of Natural Childbirth. Working in a cloistered rural community, Gabin runs up against the stone walls of fear and prejudice. His theories are proven ...
Who directed The Case of Dr. Laurent?
The Case of Dr. Laurent was directed by Jean-Paul Le Chanois.
How long is The Case of Dr. Laurent?
The Case of Dr. Laurent has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was The Case of Dr. Laurent released?
The Case of Dr. Laurent was released on April 3, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Case of Dr. Laurent?
The main cast of The Case of Dr. Laurent includes Jean Gabin, Nicole Courcel, Silvia Monfort, Henri Arius, Antoine Balpêtré.