The Swallow and the Titmouse
Originally released in 1924. The Swallow and the Titmouse is a drama film. directed by André Antoine. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Maguy Deliac, Pierre Alcover, and Louis Ravet
Synopsis
Herr Pierre Van Groot owns two barges. Van Groot, his wife, and his sister-in-law navigate along the north channels between Belgium and France. Herr Pierre transports construction material in his barges but he earns extra francs trafficking in diamonds, which he hides in the boat’s rudder. Pierre engages a new first mate, Michel, who gets wise to the diamond smuggling. The film was shot in 1920, but only shown once in its 80 minute entirety at a private screening in 1924.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 5, 1924
101 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Belgium
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Pathé Frères
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Swallow and the Titmouse about?
Herr Pierre Van Groot owns two barges. Van Groot, his wife, and his sister-in-law navigate along the north channels between Belgium and France. Herr Pierre transports construction material in his b...
Who directed The Swallow and the Titmouse?
The Swallow and the Titmouse was directed by André Antoine.
How long is The Swallow and the Titmouse?
The Swallow and the Titmouse has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Swallow and the Titmouse released?
The Swallow and the Titmouse was released on June 5, 1924 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Swallow and the Titmouse?
The main cast of The Swallow and the Titmouse includes Maguy Deliac, Pierre Alcover, Louis Ravet, Jane Maylianes, Georges Denola.