The White Blackbird
Originally released in 1944. The White Blackbird is a comedy film. directed by Jacques Houssin.
Starring Saturnin Fabre, Julien Carette, and Georges Rollin
Synopsis
Jules Leroy, an industrial shoe polish manufacturer, on his deathbed reveals to his son Achille that the family fortune originates from an inheritance stolen 23 years earlier. The one who should have inherited is one of the factory employees, Hyacinthe Camusset. The latter is also one of the lovers of Lucienne Leroy, the daughter of the family, who has a penchant for Jean Bernon, a boy who dedicates verses to her. Hyacinthe is unaware that he has been robbed but the Leroy family, who are not sure, try to woo him. The family, Hyacinthe, Jean and Lucienne meet at the castle.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Saturnin Fabre
as Jules Leroy
Julien Carette
as Hyacinthe Camusset
Georges Rollin
as Jean Bernon
Jean Tissier
as Achille Leroy
Marcelle Géniat
as Noémie
Michèle Gérard
as Lucienne Leroy
Gabrielle Fontan
as Landlady
Robert Dhéry
as Viscount de Mazers
Alice Tissot
as Madame Jules Leroy
Georgette Tissier
as Émilie Leroy
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films Minerva
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The White Blackbird about?
Jules Leroy, an industrial shoe polish manufacturer, on his deathbed reveals to his son Achille that the family fortune originates from an inheritance stolen 23 years earlier. The one who should ha...
Who directed The White Blackbird?
The White Blackbird was directed by Jacques Houssin.
How long is The White Blackbird?
The White Blackbird has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was The White Blackbird released?
The White Blackbird was released on December 6, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The White Blackbird?
The main cast of The White Blackbird includes Saturnin Fabre, Julien Carette, Georges Rollin, Jean Tissier, Marcelle Géniat.