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Man and Child (1956)

Movie ★ 5.5 90 min

Fred Barker, an unmarried American who remained in France after heroically defending the country during the Second World War, runs the perfume factory in Grasse of his friend Carlo Ferelli, whose life he saved during the conflict. Fred has since adopted a little girl, Cathy. One day, he receives a visit from Félix Mercier, an old man who informs him that he has taken Cathy into his custody and that he will return her to him when Fred finds his granddaughter Hélène, a 17-year-old teenager who accuses the factory of being a front for white slavery. Fred, dumbfounded, sets out to find Hélène, so he can quickly get Cathy back.

Raoul André Director Raymond Caillava Writer Jacques Constant Writer Orin Jannings Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 28, 1956
Runtime
90 min
IMDb
tt0050270
Country
,
Language
Studio
Hoche Productions, Eden Productions, Carol Film

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Frequently asked questions

What is Man and Child about?
Fred Barker, an unmarried American who remained in France after heroically defending the country during the Second World War, runs the perfume factory in Grasse of his friend Carlo Ferelli, whose life he saved during the conflict. Fred has since adopted a little girl, Cathy. One day, he receives a visit from Félix Mercier, an old man who informs him that he has taken Cathy into his custody and that he will return her to him when Fred finds his granddaughter Hélène, a 17-year-old teenager who accuses the factory of being a front for white slavery. Fred, dumbfounded, sets out to find Hélène, so he can quickly get Cathy back.
Who directed Man and Child?
Man and Child was directed by Raoul André.
Who stars in Man and Child?
Man and Child stars Eddie Constantine, Juliette Gréco, Folco Lulli, Jacqueline Ventura.
When was Man and Child released?
Man and Child is a 1956 crime, drama film.
Where can I watch Man and Child?
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