Mercadet
Le faiseur
Synopsis
A businessman on the verge of bankruptcy, Mercadet, is harassed by his creditors. To keep them waiting, he invents a fictitious partner, Godeau, who has gone to make his fortune in India and who should return laden with gold. The heart of the plot is therefore this famous Godeau whom we spend our time waiting for, and who never comes. While waiting for Godeau, Mercadet has a rich idea: to marry his daughter Julie to Monsieur de la Brive, whom he believes to be very rich.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- André Hugon
- Original Title
- Le faiseur
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
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André Hugon
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André Hugon
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What is Mercadet about?
A businessman on the verge of bankruptcy, Mercadet, is harassed by his creditors. To keep them waiting, he invents a fictitious partner, Godeau, who has gone to make his fortune in India and who should return laden with gold. The heart of the plot is therefore this famous Godeau whom we spend our time waiting for, and who never comes. While waiting for Godeau, Mercadet has a rich idea: to marry his daughter Julie to Monsieur de la Brive, whom he believes to be very rich.
Who directed Mercadet?
Mercadet was directed by André Hugon.
Who stars in Mercadet?
The principal cast of Mercadet includes Paul Pauley, Janine Borelli, Philippe Janvier, Alexandre Mihalesco, Elmire Vautier.
When was Mercadet released and how long is it?
Mercadet was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.