One-Eyed Men Are Kings
Les... borgnes sont rois
Synopsis
One-Eyed Men Are Kings [Les... borgnes sont rois] is a 1974 French short film directed by Michel Leroy and Edmond Séchan. In the film, a sad middle-aged man in Paris man and his dog go for a walk, which turns into an ordeal. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Chicago International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michel Leroy, Edmond Séchan
- Screenplay & Story
- Edmond Séchan
- Original Score
- François de Roubaix
- Original Title
- Les... borgnes sont rois
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- C.A.P.A.C.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michel Leroy, Edmond Séchan
Edmond Séchan
François de Roubaix
Michel Leroy
Department Leadership Roster
Michel Leroy
Director
Edmond Séchan
Writer
Edmond Séchan
Director
Michel Leroy
Editor
François de Roubaix
Original Music Composer
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What is One-Eyed Men Are Kings about?
One-Eyed Men Are Kings [Les... borgnes sont rois] is a 1974 French short film directed by Michel Leroy and Edmond Séchan. In the film, a sad middle-aged man in Paris man and his dog go for a walk, which turns into an ordeal. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who directed One-Eyed Men Are Kings?
One-Eyed Men Are Kings was directed by Michel Leroy, Edmond Séchan.
Who stars in One-Eyed Men Are Kings?
The principal cast of One-Eyed Men Are Kings includes Paul Préboist, Marie Marc, Lyne Chardonnet.
When was One-Eyed Men Are Kings released and how long is it?
One-Eyed Men Are Kings was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for One-Eyed Men Are Kings?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One-Eyed Men Are Kings was composed by François de Roubaix.