Houla-Houla
Synopsis
Fernand Martin, a schoolteacher in Nogent-le-Roi, is in love with Jacqueline, a postal worker and the older sister of one of his pupils. He asks for her hand in marriage, but her father refuses. One morning, he receives an appointment to Tahiti.
Top Cast
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Fernand Raynaud
Fernand
Rita Giannuzzi
Jacqueline Dorand
Noël Roquevert
M. Dorand
Maëa Flohr
Maea
Georges Rivière
Dr Gilbert Rousset
Jean Lefebvre
Le gendarme
Robert Vattier
Le directeur
Maximilienne
Mlle Lelongbec
Célina Cély
Mme Dorand
Dominique Maurin
Jeannot Dorand
Ernest Varial
L'oncle de Fernand
Robert Darène
Le médecin-chef
Bernard Musson
Le receveur des P.T.T.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Darène
- Screenplay & Story
- Maurice Griffe
- Original Score
- Michel Emer
- Original Title
- Houla-Houla
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Silver Films, Sud-Pacifique Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Darène
Maurice Griffe, Robert Darène, Alexandre Breffort
Michel Emer
Monique Kirsanoff
Paul-Edmond Decharme
Department Leadership Roster
Maurice Griffe
Screenplay
Michel Emer
Original Music Composer
Paul-Edmond Decharme
Producer
Monique Kirsanoff
Editor
Robert Darène
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Houla-Houla
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Houla-Houla about?
Fernand Martin, a schoolteacher in Nogent-le-Roi, is in love with Jacqueline, a postal worker and the older sister of one of his pupils. He asks for her hand in marriage, but her father refuses. One morning, he receives an appointment to Tahiti.
Who directed Houla-Houla?
Houla-Houla was directed by Robert Darène.
Who stars in Houla-Houla?
The principal cast of Houla-Houla includes Fernand Raynaud, Rita Giannuzzi, Noël Roquevert, Maëa Flohr, Georges Rivière.
When was Houla-Houla released and how long is it?
Houla-Houla was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Houla-Houla?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Houla-Houla was composed by Michel Emer.