The Secret of Helene Marimon
Le Secret d'Hélène Marimon
Synopsis
At the end of the Great War, the wounded Jacques Taillandier is cared for by the beautiful Hélène Marimon and becomes her lover. He hides from her the fact that her husband is a comrade from the trenches, and only reveals the truth when he learns of Marimon's death. Outraged, Hélène drives him away. After many years, Jacques reappears to learn that Hélène had once given him a daughter. Hélène, unwilling to reveal anything to young Dominique, forces the man she loves to leave her country. Dominique not only gets her mother to talk, but also reunites those separated by fate.
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Isa Miranda
Hélène Marimon
Jean Debucourt
Camille Marimon
Carla Del Poggio
Dominique Marimon
Michel Roux
Leflou
Louis de Funès
Gardener Ravan
Frank Villard
Jacques Taillandier
Hella Lexington
Betty
André Versini
Delabarre
Noël Roquevert
Jacques's uncle
Lucienne Granier
Madame Delabarre
Jacques Dynam
Galdou
Albert Michel
Convalescent soldier
André Valmy
Thierry
Monique Defrançois
Gabriel Gobin
Robert Allan
Maurice Biraud
René-Jean Chauffard
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henri Calef
- Original Title
- Le Secret d'Hélène Marimon
- Country of Origin
- Italy, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Romana Film, SNC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henri Calef
Department Leadership Roster
Henri Calef
Director
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What is The Secret of Helene Marimon about?
At the end of the Great War, the wounded Jacques Taillandier is cared for by the beautiful Hélène Marimon and becomes her lover. He hides from her the fact that her husband is a comrade from the trenches, and only reveals the truth when he learns of Marimon's death. Outraged, Hélène drives him away. After many years, Jacques reappears to learn that Hélène had once given him a daughter. Hélène, unwilling to reveal anything to young Dominique, forces the man she loves to leave her country. Dominique not only gets her mother to talk, but also reunites those separated by fate.
Who directed The Secret of Helene Marimon?
The Secret of Helene Marimon was directed by Henri Calef.
Who stars in The Secret of Helene Marimon?
The principal cast of The Secret of Helene Marimon includes Isa Miranda, Jean Debucourt, Carla Del Poggio, Michel Roux, Louis de Funès.
When was The Secret of Helene Marimon released and how long is it?
The Secret of Helene Marimon was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.