The Big Flag
Le Grand Pavois
Synopsis
For Naval officers duty comes first. Navy Lieutenant Favrel is one of these men. He has promised his wife Simone to stay with her all the time but a last mission aboard a training cruiser makes him realize that his life is tied to the sea. For his part, Navy cadet Pierre Hardouin understands that sailing is his vocation. The prospect of staying home alone while Pierre is on mission, frightens Madeleine, the girl of his heart. But the young woman ends up accepting the ordeal and marrying Pierre.
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Jean Chevrier
Jean Favrel
Marc Cassot
Pierre Hardouin
Marie Mansart
Simone Favrel
Nicole Courcel
Madeleine
Raphaël Patorni
Chéruel
François Patrice
Derval
Roger Crouzet
Ferrand
Jean-Pierre Mocky
Luc Dutoit, midshipman
Jean Murat
Captain Jabert
Raymond Hermantier
Leduc
Micheline Gary
Françoise Aubry
Jean Lanier
Paul Aubry
Nicole Besnard
Corinne
Marie d'Hyvert
Monique
Bernard Dhéran
Lucien Barré
Jean-Marie Bon
Roger Bontemps
Yves Brainville
Lieutenant
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Pinoteau
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Raynaud, Roger Vercel, Jack Pinoteau
- Original Score
- Henri Verdun
- Original Title
- Le Grand Pavois
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- DisCina, Pandora, Discifilm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Pinoteau
Jean Raynaud, Roger Vercel, Jack Pinoteau
Henri Verdun
Roger Arrignon
André Gaudier
André Paulvé
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Raynaud
Writer
André Paulvé
Producer
Roger Arrignon
Director of Photography
André Gaudier
Editor
René Moulaert
Production Design
Pierre Balmain
Costume Design
Jack Pinoteau
Director
Henri Verdun
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Big Flag.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Flag
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Flag about?
For Naval officers duty comes first. Navy Lieutenant Favrel is one of these men. He has promised his wife Simone to stay with her all the time but a last mission aboard a training cruiser makes him realize that his life is tied to the sea. For his part, Navy cadet Pierre Hardouin understands that sailing is his vocation. The prospect of staying home alone while Pierre is on mission, frightens Madeleine, the girl of his heart. But the young woman ends up accepting the ordeal and marrying Pierre.
Who directed The Big Flag?
The Big Flag was directed by Jack Pinoteau.
Who stars in The Big Flag?
The principal cast of The Big Flag includes Jean Chevrier, Marc Cassot, Marie Mansart, Nicole Courcel, Raphaël Patorni.
When was The Big Flag released and how long is it?
The Big Flag was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Big Flag?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Big Flag was composed by Henri Verdun.