Movie

Crainquebille (1954)

• April 19, 1954
• 1h 27m

• Drama

Overview

In the Mouffetard district of Paris, Jérôme Crainquebille, an affable four-season merchant, is stopped by a police officer and taken to the station, unjustly accused of shouting "Mort aux vaches!" ("Death to the cows!"). When he returns to work after a fortnight's detention, he is ostracized by his neighbors. Lonely, Crainquebille sank into despair and alcoholism. His life in prison seemed sweeter, and his attempts to return were in vain. He owes his salvation to the affection of a local kid.

Director

Ralph Habib

Writers

Anatole France, Jean Halain

Starring

Yves Deniaud, Pierre Mondy, Jacques Fabbri