The Fat and the Lean movie poster

The Fat and the Lean

December 1, 1961 0h 15m 6.1/10 (39 votes)

Originally released in 1961. The Fat and the Lean is a comedy film. directed by Roman Polanski. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring André Katelbach and Roman Polanski

Synopsis

A small and thin barefoot slave (played by Polanski) plays a flute and beats a drum to entertain his large master who rocks in a rocking chair in front of his mansion. The slave jumps and leaps like a madman, wipes his master's brow, feeds him, washes his feet, shades him from the sun with an umbrella and holds a urinal for him.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 1, 1961 64 years ago
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Runtime 0h 15m 15 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (39 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • A.P.E.C.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Fat and the Lean about?

A small and thin barefoot slave (played by Polanski) plays a flute and beats a drum to entertain his large master who rocks in a rocking chair in front of his mansion. The slave jumps and leaps lik...

Who directed The Fat and the Lean?

The Fat and the Lean was directed by Roman Polanski.

How long is The Fat and the Lean?

The Fat and the Lean has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).

When was The Fat and the Lean released?

The Fat and the Lean was released on December 1, 1961 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Fat and the Lean?

The main cast of The Fat and the Lean includes André Katelbach, Roman Polanski.