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La Présidente

May 24, 1938 1h 25m

Originally released in 1938. La Présidente is a comedy film. directed by Fernand Rivers. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Elvira Popescu, Henri Garat, and André Lefaur

Synopsis

Vérotchka, a vivacious theater actress touring in a provincial town, is turned out of her hotel by orders of Monsieur Tricointe, the stern president of the local law court. In a rage, the actress knocks at Tricointe's door with a view to protesting against the treatment she is given. She goes about it so well that she ends up being accommodated by the president himself. This is the moment Jean-Pierre Gaudet, the Minister of Justice, chooses to pay an unannounced visit to his friend Tricointe. There he mistakes Vérotchka for Madame Tricointe and the president does not dare to contradict Gaudet. A lot of absurd situations ensue.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 24, 1938 87 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Les Films Fernand Rivers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Présidente about?

Vérotchka, a vivacious theater actress touring in a provincial town, is turned out of her hotel by orders of Monsieur Tricointe, the stern president of the local law court. In a rage, the actress ...

Who directed La Présidente?

La Présidente was directed by Fernand Rivers.

How long is La Présidente?

La Présidente has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was La Présidente released?

La Présidente was released on May 24, 1938 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in La Présidente?

The main cast of La Présidente includes Elvira Popescu, Henri Garat, André Lefaur, Louis-Jacques Boucot, Nina Myral.