Elena and Her Men
"The Only Thing Gayer Than April in Paris is Bergman in Paris!"
Originally released in 1956. Elena and Her Men is a drama/comedy film. directed by Jean Renoir.
Starring Jean Marais, Ingrid Bergman, and Mel Ferrer
Synopsis
Set amid the military maneuvers and Quatorze Juillet carnivals of turn-of-the-century France, Jean Renoir’s delirious romantic comedy Elena and her Men stars a radiant Ingrid Bergman as a beautiful, but impoverished, Polish princess who drives men of all stations to fits of desperate love. When Elena elicits the fascination of a famous general, she finds herself at the center of romantic machinations and political scheming, with the hearts of several men—as well as the future of France—in her hands.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (45 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Jean Marais
as Général François Rollan
Ingrid Bergman
as Elena Sokorowska
Mel Ferrer
as Le comte Henri de Chevincourt
Jean Richard
as Hector
Juliette Gréco
as Miarka, la gitane
Pierre Bertin
as Martin-Michaud
Dora Doll
as Rosa la Rose
Frédéric Duvallès
as Gaudin
Renaud Mary
as Fleury
Jacques Morel
as Duchêne
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Electra Compagnia Cinematografica
- Franco London Films
- Les Films Gibé
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elena and Her Men about?
Set amid the military maneuvers and Quatorze Juillet carnivals of turn-of-the-century France, Jean Renoir’s delirious romantic comedy Elena and her Men stars a radiant Ingrid Bergman as a beautif...
Who directed Elena and Her Men?
Elena and Her Men was directed by Jean Renoir.
How long is Elena and Her Men?
Elena and Her Men has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Elena and Her Men released?
Elena and Her Men was released on September 12, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Elena and Her Men?
The main cast of Elena and Her Men includes Jean Marais, Ingrid Bergman, Mel Ferrer, Jean Richard, Juliette Gréco.