The Green Mare
Originally released in 1959. The Green Mare is a comedy/drama film. directed by Claude Autant-Lara.
Starring Bourvil, Francis Blanche, and Yves Robert
Synopsis
A green mare makes the fortune of her owner, the horse dealer Haudouin. Shortly after his death, war broke out in 1870. One day, his neighbor Zèphe Maloret denounces Honoré, Haudouin's son, a maverick, to the Prussians. Following this denunciation, their non-commissioned officer enters the Haudouin home and rapes the mother while Honoré is hidden under the bed. The resentment already existing between the Haudouin and Maloret families turns to hatred... A letter recalling the events is lost, which doesn't help matters.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 29, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (32 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Bourvil
as Honoré Haudouin
Francis Blanche
as Ferdinand Haudouin
Yves Robert
as Zèphe Maloret
Sandra Milo
as Margerite Maloret
Julien Carette
as Philibert
Valérie Lagrange
as Juliette Haudouin
Marie Déa
as Anaïs Maloret
Guy Bertil
as Toucheur
Mireille Perrey
as Mother Haudouin
Georges Wilson
as Jules Haudouin
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Zebra Films
- Société Nouvelle des Établissements Gaumont (SNEG)
- S.O.P.A.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Green Mare about?
A green mare makes the fortune of her owner, the horse dealer Haudouin. Shortly after his death, war broke out in 1870. One day, his neighbor Zèphe Maloret denounces Honoré, Haudouin's son, a mav...
Who directed The Green Mare?
The Green Mare was directed by Claude Autant-Lara.
How long is The Green Mare?
The Green Mare has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Green Mare released?
The Green Mare was released on October 29, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Green Mare?
The main cast of The Green Mare includes Bourvil, Francis Blanche, Yves Robert, Sandra Milo, Julien Carette.