Cast
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Jean Richard
as Claudius Binoche
Milly Mathis
as Eugénie
Noël Roquevert
as Dugenet
Annick Tanguy
as Solange
Roger Pierre
as Le premier garde
Mario David
as Gino
Jean-Marc Thibault
as Le second garde
Robert Rollis
as Milou
Max Elloy
as Maxime
Jean Lefebvre
as un soldat romain / un roi mérovingien / Henri III / un mousquetaire / le zouave du pont de l'Alma / un homme en exode
Nina Myral
as
Jacqueline Hopstein
as
André Philip
as
Hubert Deschamps
as
Lucien Guervil
as
Crew
Director
- Jean Bastia
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
We at Champignol represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Jean Bastia brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1957, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of We at Champignol took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 81 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 139 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1957, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 1, 1957
- Runtime: 1h 21m