For a Good Cause
Originally released in 1997. For a Good Cause is a comedy film. directed by Jacques Fansten.
Starring Antoine de Caunes, Dominique Blanc, and Loic Freynet
Synopsis
When 12-year-old Tonin's teacher announces that he is looking for volunteers to house one of several orphan African refugees for a month during their visit to Paris, the exuberent, well-meaning youth immediately offers his own abode. His classmates cheer and he feels happy until he broaches the subject with his parents. Daniel, the boy's father is delighted by his son's humanitarianism, but still says no. Not wanting to lose face at school, Tonin decides to take the visitor anyway and just keep him hidden for the next few weeks. This family-oriented French comedy follows his efforts to keep his new African guest, Moussa, a secret.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 5, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Belgium
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Canal+
- CNC
- DDD 1867
- Eurimages
- France 3 Cinéma
- Image Création
- Les Films de la Chamade
- Lichtblick Film- und Fernsehproduktion (I)
- Sofineurope
- RTBF
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is For a Good Cause about?
When 12-year-old Tonin's teacher announces that he is looking for volunteers to house one of several orphan African refugees for a month during their visit to Paris, the exuberent, well-meaning you...
Who directed For a Good Cause?
For a Good Cause was directed by Jacques Fansten.
How long is For a Good Cause?
For a Good Cause has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was For a Good Cause released?
For a Good Cause was released on February 5, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in For a Good Cause?
The main cast of For a Good Cause includes Antoine de Caunes, Dominique Blanc, Loic Freynet, Laurie Lefret, Gaspard Jassef.