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French Tales & Novels from the 19th Century Loved By His Caretaker (Aimé de son Concierge, 2009) Director: Olivier Schatzky Adapted from: Aimé de son Concierge, Eugene Chavette Presentation: Eurochannel offers a journey through time in search of treasured French literature of the 19th century. The most illustrious writers are present: Victor Hugo, Honoré de Balzac, Emile Zola, etc..., adapted, in costume, with the set and the music of that era by one of the best French directors and portrayed by the greatest French actors such as Marie-Anne Chazel, Didier Bourdon, Samuel Le Bihan, and Regis Laspalès. Enjoy classic humor in the French 19th century spirit! When the greatest French authors of the 19th century meet the best French actors of today, it creates a stunning production you will not want to miss. Synopsis: The Comte de Frontac (Eric Caravaca) rich owner in the French Languedoc, was ruined and murdered. Investigators found financial problem and a suicide. His son, Clovis, artist designer, does not share this opinion. His personal investigation leads him to Paris in a posh building where he rents a room. Friendships, collusion, conflicts take place in that stately building. Some shared interests, other secrets, helped or betrayed by servants who are pursuing personal goals also... Trivia: • As Georges Feydeau, author of Ba by's Laxative, Eugene Chavette is an author of Vaudeville, those popular comedies during the Belle Epoque. However, it differs by Georges Feydeau in the fact his plays are not entirely humorous, but also dark. |
