Jack of Spades
Chien de pique
Synopsis
After an adventurous life, Patrick has settled in the Camargue and bought a manade where he raises bulls, while the "riziers" gradually invade and transform the land. On the very day the bulls are being branded, Patrick sees Robert, a long-lost comrade just out of prison. He takes him in and asks for nothing, despite the general hostility. In fact, Robert begins by poaching young Paco, son of the gardian-chef, by offering to rob a bank; then he covets his friend's almost-fiancée, Zeffa; finally, he organizes a devastating expedition against the rice farmers, in short, he behaves like a real "dog in a poke", sowing discord and brawl everywhere.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yves Allégret
- Screenplay & Story
- Albert Vidalie, Yves Allégret
- Original Score
- Michel Legrand
- Original Title
- Chien de pique
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yves Allégret
Albert Vidalie, Yves Allégret
Michel Legrand
Michel Kelber
Department Leadership Roster
Yves Allégret
Director
Albert Vidalie
Writer
Yves Allégret
Writer
Michel Kelber
Director of Photography
Michel Legrand
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jack of Spades
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jack of Spades about?
After an adventurous life, Patrick has settled in the Camargue and bought a manade where he raises bulls, while the "riziers" gradually invade and transform the land. On the very day the bulls are being branded, Patrick sees Robert, a long-lost comrade just out of prison. He takes him in and asks for nothing, despite the general hostility. In fact, Robert begins by poaching young Paco, son of the gardian-chef, by offering to rob a bank; then he covets his friend's almost-fiancée, Zeffa; finally, he organizes a devastating expedition against the rice farmers, in short, he behaves like a real "dog in a poke", sowing discord and brawl everywhere.
Who directed Jack of Spades?
Jack of Spades was directed by Yves Allégret.
Who stars in Jack of Spades?
The principal cast of Jack of Spades includes Eddie Constantine, Raymond Pellegrin, Marie Versini, Georges Douking, Henri Cogan.
When was Jack of Spades released and how long is it?
Jack of Spades was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Jack of Spades?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jack of Spades was composed by Michel Legrand.