Cast
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Maurice Ronet
as 'Gueule d'ange'
Viviane Romance
as Loïna Gauthier
Geneviève Kervine
as Marie
Dora Doll
as Josepha Marewska
Jean-Jacques Lécot
as Gang leader
Henri San Juan
as Gangster
Elisa Lamotte
as Dominique
France Roche
as Isabelle
Catherine Michard
as Lolotte
Louis Viret
as Flampin
Jacques Bézard
as
Paul Demange
as Stanislas
Elaine Dana
as
Colette Mareuil
as Margaret Vaughan, the American
Olivier Monti
as
Crew
Director
- Marcel Blistène
Writer
- Marcel Blistène
- Roger Normand
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Pleasures and Vices examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Marcel Blistène 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1955, 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 Pleasures and Vices took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 138 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 2007 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 443 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1955, when this film was released:
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 2, 1955
- Runtime: 1h 40m