The Convict
Originally released in 1951. The Convict is a drama film. directed by Willy Rozier.
Starring Pierre Gay, Lucien Nat, and Lili Bontemps
Synopsis
The practice of Dr. Julien, a GP of Marseilles, consists mainly of drug-addicts. One day, one of his patient dies at his surgery and Julien yields to the temptation : he steals the dead man's money and hides the corpse in a trunk. But the whole thing is discovered and ... misinterpreted. The doctor is condemned for killing the junkie and sent to the Cayenne convict prison, from which he escapes. The Indians give him shelter and he is soon given the opportunity to return their good deed when a yellow fever epidemic strikes their tribe. A young woman helps to fight the disease and, thanks to her, Julien starts considering that a new life is possible for him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 7, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Sport-Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Convict about?
The practice of Dr. Julien, a GP of Marseilles, consists mainly of drug-addicts. One day, one of his patient dies at his surgery and Julien yields to the temptation : he steals the dead man's money...
Who directed The Convict?
The Convict was directed by Willy Rozier.
How long is The Convict?
The Convict has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was The Convict released?
The Convict was released on March 7, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Convict?
The main cast of The Convict includes Pierre Gay, Lucien Nat, Lili Bontemps, Henri Arius, Roger Blin.