Tabarin
Synopsis
Jacques Forestier, also a choreographer, an art decorator and a stage producer, is the very competent manager of "Tabarin", a renowned Parisian music-hall. A hard worker, he always wants the best for the public, at the expense of his health. He is assisted in his task by his wife Rosine and his lively secretary Mimi. Chance has it that one of the dancers he auditions for a new show is Florence, his former lover. He doesn't want her in the show but the spiteful belle has a rich influential protector who imposes her anyway. Some time later, Jacques falls victim of a heart attack.
Top Cast
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Mimi
Sylvia Lopez
Florence Didier
Luisella Boni
Simone
Germaine Damar
Brigitte
Sonja Ziemann
Rosine Forestier
Michel Piccoli
Jacques Forestier
Mischa Auer
Boris
Jean-Pierre Kérien
Larjac
Alice Kessler
Self
Ellen Kessler
Self
Enrico Glori
Truffaut
Jean Lefebvre
Julien
René Serge
Luisella Boni
Angelo Dessy
Enrico Glori
Henri Vilbert
Lydie Dubourg
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Pottier
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Ferry, Richard Pottier, André Legrand
- Original Score
- Francis Lopez
- Original Title
- Tabarin
- Country of Origin
- France, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Société Technique et Financière de Cinématographie, Nepi Film, Jeannic Films, Florida Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Pottier
Jean Ferry, Richard Pottier, André Legrand
Francis Lopez
Maurice Serein
Gérard Fuchs, Emanuele Castro, André Haguet, André Legrand
Department Leadership Roster
Rino Mondellini
Production Design
Jean Ferry
Writer
Gérard Fuchs
Producer
Richard Pottier
Writer
Emanuele Castro
Producer
Maurice Serein
Editor
André Haguet
Producer
Richard Pottier
Director
André Legrand
Writer
André Legrand
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tabarin
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tabarin about?
Jacques Forestier, also a choreographer, an art decorator and a stage producer, is the very competent manager of "Tabarin", a renowned Parisian music-hall. A hard worker, he always wants the best for the public, at the expense of his health. He is assisted in his task by his wife Rosine and his lively secretary Mimi. Chance has it that one of the dancers he auditions for a new show is Florence, his former lover. He doesn't want her in the show but the spiteful belle has a rich influential protector who imposes her anyway. Some time later, Jacques falls victim of a heart attack.
Who directed Tabarin?
Tabarin was directed by Richard Pottier.
Who stars in Tabarin?
The principal cast of Tabarin includes Annie Cordy, Sylvia Lopez, Luisella Boni, Germaine Damar, Sonja Ziemann.
When was Tabarin released and how long is it?
Tabarin was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Tabarin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tabarin was composed by Francis Lopez.