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The Lovers of the Pont Saint-Jean

66% | Dec 23, 1947 | Drama

On the banks of the Rhône, not far from Tain l'Hermitage, Alcide Garonne, an old ferryman - and incidentally a poacher - lives out of wedlock with Victorine Rousset nicknamed Maryse, a colorful tramp. When Garrone's son, Pilou, a worker, falls in love with Augusta, the mayor's daughter, the unconventional old couple tries to protect the unconventional young pair from the disapproval of self righteous villagers.

Featured Crew

Henri Decoin
Director
René Wheeler
Screenplay

Cast

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Gaby Morlay
Maryse
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Michel Simon
Alcide Garonne
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Nadine Alari
Augusta Boiron
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Pauline Carton
Tante Marguerite

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