Storyline

In this classic French satire, Louis (Raymond Cordy), 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 (Henri Marchand) 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.

Plot Keywords

convict, businessperson, factory worker, cheeky, witty, playful, factory, prison, france, ambition, deception, friendship, technology, rise, underdog, transformation, 1930s

Short Review

The Rene Clair musical satire remains in my mind for its quickness of spirit, and because it had something to say.

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