The Italian Straw Hat
Originally released in 1928. The Italian Straw Hat is a comedy film. directed by René Clair.
Starring Albert Préjean, Geymond Vital, and Olga Tschechowa
Synopsis
On the day of Fadinard's wedding, his horse eats a lady's hat on a bush at the roadside, while the lady is hidden behind the bush with her lover Lieutenant Tavernier. Because she is married, she cannot return home hatless without being compromised, and Tavernier orders Fadinard to replace the hat with one exactly like it - or else he will wreck his new home. In an elaborate sequence of complications, Fadinard tries to find a hat while keeping to his marriage schedule
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 13, 1928
98 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (20 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Albert Préjean
as Fadinard
Geymond Vital
as Lt. Tavernier
Olga Tschechowa
as Anais
Marise Maia
as Helen
Yvonneck
as Nonancourt
Louis Pré Fils
as Cousin Bobin
Albert Préjean
as Fadinard, le marié
Geymond Vital
as Le lieutenant Tavernier
Olga Tschechowa
as Anaïs de Beauperthuis
Paul Ollivier
as L'oncle Vézinet
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Albatros
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Italian Straw Hat about?
On the day of Fadinard's wedding, his horse eats a lady's hat on a bush at the roadside, while the lady is hidden behind the bush with her lover Lieutenant Tavernier. Because she is married, she ca...
Who directed The Italian Straw Hat?
The Italian Straw Hat was directed by René Clair.
How long is The Italian Straw Hat?
The Italian Straw Hat has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Italian Straw Hat released?
The Italian Straw Hat was released on January 13, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Italian Straw Hat?
The main cast of The Italian Straw Hat includes Albert Préjean, Geymond Vital, Olga Tschechowa, Marise Maia, Yvonneck.