Topaz – 2nd version (1936)

The first of two adaptations of his own play made by Marcel Pagnol.

Topaze by Marcel Pagnol, with Alexandre Arnaudy.
Topaze by Marcel Pagnol, with Alexandre Arnaudy.

Synopsis

Feeling betrayed by Louis J. Gasnier, director of the 1932 film Topaze with Louis Jouvet, Marcel Pagnol himself shot, in 1936, a new version of this fierce satire of modern times, with Arnaudy. Despite the favorable reception from critics, this film was not widely used.

Technical data

  • Direction, screenplay and dialogues: Marcel Pagnol
  • Artistic Director: Louis David
  • Photography: Albert Assouad
  • Music: Vincent Scotto
  • Production: Marcel Pagnol
  • Production company: Les Films Marcel Pagnol

Distribution

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