Emile's Boat
Originally released in 1962. Emile's Boat is a comedy/drama film. directed by Denys de La Patellière.
Starring Lino Ventura, Annie Girardot, and Pierre Brasseur
Synopsis
Charles-Edmond, the eldest of the Larmentiel brothers, decides to return to La Rochelle, his hometown to die there. Forty years earlier he had been driven out by his father. Before passing away, the old eccentric announces that he has a hidden son, Émile, a fisherman to whom he wishes to bequeath his property. François, the younger brother, whom Charles-Edmond hates, is eyeing the inheritance to bail out the powerful family business, a veritable fishing trust, and will try to appropriate the affection and property of this inopportune heir. Émile, meanwhile, is too busy arguing with Fernande, a beugland singer, to suspect what awaits him...
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 3, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Lino Ventura
as Émile Bouet
Annie Girardot
as Fernande Malanpin
Pierre Brasseur
as François Larmentiel
Michel Simon
as Charles-Edmond Larmentiel
Jacques Monod
as Maître Lamazure
Joëlle Bernard
as Camille, boss of La Marine
Marcel Bernier
as Plevedic, fisherman-mechanic
Étienne Bierry
as Marcellin
Dominique Davray
as Boss of the Mistigri café-restaurant
Jean Gaven
as Fisherman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Filmsonor
- Intermondia Films
- Vides Cinematografica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emile's Boat about?
Charles-Edmond, the eldest of the Larmentiel brothers, decides to return to La Rochelle, his hometown to die there. Forty years earlier he had been driven out by his father. Before passing away, th...
Who directed Emile's Boat?
Emile's Boat was directed by Denys de La Patellière.
How long is Emile's Boat?
Emile's Boat has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Emile's Boat released?
Emile's Boat was released on March 3, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Emile's Boat?
The main cast of Emile's Boat includes Lino Ventura, Annie Girardot, Pierre Brasseur, Michel Simon, Jacques Monod.