In this classic French satire, Louis, a convict, escapes from prison and takes on legitimate work, making his way up in the business world. Eventually becoming the head of a successful factory, Louis opts to modernize his company with mechanical innovations. But when his friend Émile finally leaves jail years later and reunites with Louis, the past catches up with them. The two, worried about being apprehended by police, long to flee the confines of industry.
Henri Marchand
Émile
Raymond Cordy
Louis
Rolla France
Jeanne
Paul Ollivier
Paul Imaque, l'oncle
Jacques Shelly
Paul
Germaine Aussey
Maud
Léon Lorin
Le vieux monsieur sourd
Vincent Hyspa
Le vieil orateur
André Michaud
Le contremaitre
In this classic French satire, Louis, a convict, escapes from prison and takes on legitimate work, making his way up in the business world. Eventually becoming the head of a successful factory, Louis opts to modernize his company with mechanical innovations. But when his friend Émile finally leaves jail years later and reunites with Louis, the past catches up with them. The two, worried about being apprehended by police, long to flee the confines of industry.
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