Soupe au lait
Synopsis
Roland Lasserre is a shy boy, which would be nothing if he weren't also prone to the violent tantrums that have earned him his nickname "Soupe au lait". It's when Francine announces her engagement that he decides to declare his love for her. Francine is not at all keen on the husband her parents are forcing on her - a wealthy record manufacturer - but she gives in under their pressure and asks Roland to give her up. But fate has other plans. A car accident provokes the young man's anger, and with Francine on board, he chases after the hit-and-run driver and ends up in a ditch, luckily undamaged, 50 km from Paris. Torrential rain, lack of transport, welcoming hostelry. All Roland and Francine have to do is confess their guilt, and for the sake of honor, get married... All would be well were it not for René, the neglected fiancé, who provokes "Soupe au lait" and triggers a scandal during the ceremony.
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Geneviève Kervine
Francine Berthaut
Jean Bretonnière
Roland Mage aka 'Soupe au Lait'
Noël Roquevert
Antoine Berthaut
Bernard Dhéran
René Giquel, Francine's rich fiancé
Paulette Dubost
Mrs. Berthaut
Jean-Marie Proslier
Philippart
Pierre Larquey
Pharmacist
Jean Tissier
Lawyer
Robert Vattier
Director
Albert Dinan
Roland's friend
Jean Droze
Albert Michel
Colleague
Madeleine Barbulée
Max Montavon
Robert Balpo
Charles Bayard
Serge Bento
Jacques Berger
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pierre Chevalier
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Dulud
- Original Title
- Soupe au lait
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Socipex, Vascos Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pierre Chevalier
Michel Dulud
Department Leadership Roster
Michel Dulud
Writer
Pierre Chevalier
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soupe au lait
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What is Soupe au lait about?
Roland Lasserre is a shy boy, which would be nothing if he weren't also prone to the violent tantrums that have earned him his nickname "Soupe au lait". It's when Francine announces her engagement that he decides to declare his love for her. Francine is not at all keen on the husband her parents are forcing on her - a wealthy record manufacturer - but she gives in under their pressure and asks Roland to give her up. But fate has other plans. A car accident provokes the young man's anger, and with Francine on board, he chases after the hit-and-run driver and ends up in a ditch, luckily undamaged, 50 km from Paris. Torrential rain, lack of transport, welcoming hostelry. All Roland and Francine have to do is confess their guilt, and for the sake of honor, get married... All would be well were it not for René, the neglected fiancé, who provokes "Soupe au lait" and triggers a scandal during the ceremony.
Who directed Soupe au lait?
Soupe au lait was directed by Pierre Chevalier.
Who stars in Soupe au lait?
The principal cast of Soupe au lait includes Geneviève Kervine, Jean Bretonnière, Noël Roquevert, Bernard Dhéran, Paulette Dubost.
When was Soupe au lait released and how long is it?
Soupe au lait was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.