The Tomboy movie poster

The Tomboy

February 21, 1936 1h 35m 3.1/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1936. The Tomboy is a drama/romance film. directed by Jean de Limur.

Starring Marie Bell, Arletty, and Henri Rollan

Synopsis

The eponymous garçonne or flapper is Monique Lerbier, an emancipated French woman who leaves home to escape a marriage of convenience to a man she does not love which her parents have forced on her. She then falls into all sorts of carnal temptations and artificial pleasures previously unknown to her. These include her being seduced into a lesbian love affair by a chanteuse.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 21, 1936 90 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 3.1/10 Mixed (5 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

  • Franco London Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Tomboy about?

The eponymous garçonne or flapper is Monique Lerbier, an emancipated French woman who leaves home to escape a marriage of convenience to a man she does not love which her parents have forced on he...

Who directed The Tomboy?

The Tomboy was directed by Jean de Limur.

How long is The Tomboy?

The Tomboy has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was The Tomboy released?

The Tomboy was released on February 21, 1936 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Tomboy?

The main cast of The Tomboy includes Marie Bell, Arletty, Henri Rollan, Jean Worms, Maurice Escande.