

Perfectionist
Un grand patron
Synopsis
Professor Louis Delage is a kidney transplant specialist. He is so good in his field that his peers nickname him the "great man". But one day, one of his patients die during surgery and Delage starts doubting. Is he actually such a great man? To fight desperation he decides to take in the deceased child while devoting more time to Florence, his hitherto neglected wife.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Pierre Fresnay
Professor Louis Delage
Renée Devillers
Florence Delage
Claire Duhamel
Catherine Delage
Marcel André
Doctor Charles Tannard
Nadine Alari
Yvette
Roland Alexandre
Jacques Brulages
Pierre Destailles
Gaston Berval
Michel Vadet
Doctor Larmy
Christiane Barry
Jacqueline
Georgette Anys
Mrs. Berval
Philippe Mareuil
Georges
Jean-Claude Pascal
Marcillac
Maurice Ronet
François
Claude Nicot
Barby
Madeleine Barbulée
Marie-Laure
Robert Moor
Professor Peccavi
Ky Duyen
Chang, butler
Émile Genevois
Gaston's friend
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 28, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yves Ciampi
- Screenplay & Story
- Yves Ciampi, Pierre Véry
- Original Score
- Joseph Kosma
- Original Title
- Un grand patron
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Éclair-Journal
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yves Ciampi
Yves Ciampi, Pierre Véry
Joseph Kosma
Department Leadership Roster
Yves Ciampi
Director
Joseph Kosma
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Perfectionist
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Perfectionist about?
Professor Louis Delage is a kidney transplant specialist. He is so good in his field that his peers nickname him the "great man". But one day, one of his patients die during surgery and Delage starts doubting. Is he actually such a great man? To fight desperation he decides to take in the deceased child while devoting more time to Florence, his hitherto neglected wife.
Who directed Perfectionist?
Perfectionist was directed by Yves Ciampi.
Who stars in Perfectionist?
The principal cast of Perfectionist includes Pierre Fresnay, Renée Devillers, Claire Duhamel, Marcel André, Nadine Alari.
When was Perfectionist released and how long is it?
Perfectionist was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Perfectionist?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Perfectionist was composed by Joseph Kosma.



















