The Girls of La Rochelle
Les Filles de La Rochelle
Synopsis
July 13, 1389. On the initiative of the Mayor, warned by a famous astrologer, the town of La Rochelle is getting ready - 400 years in advance! to celebrate the Fête Nationale with dignity! But the English, who already held almost every square in the Kingdom of France, set their sights on La Rochelle. The enemy fleet cruised off the coast, and while preparations for the festivities continued, orders were given to stretch the enormous chain that was to block access to the port between the two towers. However, this complicated maneuver and responsibility fear to provoke countless avatars.... The fatuity of the captain of the guards, Thimoléon, the reckless coquetry of the governor's daughter, Hiildegarde, the thick stupidity of the adjutant, the deceitfulness of the traitor and the scheming of a mysterious Scotsman lead the city to the brink of the abyss, while the people, excited, stage a fleeting riot in which the daughters of La Rochelle will have the last word.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bernard Deflandre
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Gaillard, Fabienne Tzanck, Bernard Deflandre
- Original Title
- Les Filles de La Rochelle
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bernard Deflandre
Michel Gaillard, Fabienne Tzanck, Bernard Deflandre
Department Leadership Roster
Michel Gaillard
Writer
Fabienne Tzanck
Writer
Bernard Deflandre
Writer
Bernard Deflandre
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Girls of La Rochelle.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring The Girls of La Rochelle.
list13
More Like The Girls of La Rochelle
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Girls of La Rochelle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Girls of La Rochelle about?
July 13, 1389. On the initiative of the Mayor, warned by a famous astrologer, the town of La Rochelle is getting ready - 400 years in advance! to celebrate the Fête Nationale with dignity! But the English, who already held almost every square in the Kingdom of France, set their sights on La Rochelle. The enemy fleet cruised off the coast, and while preparations for the festivities continued, orders were given to stretch the enormous chain that was to block access to the port between the two towers. However, this complicated maneuver and responsibility fear to provoke countless avatars.... The fatuity of the captain of the guards, Thimoléon, the reckless coquetry of the governor's daughter, Hiildegarde, the thick stupidity of the adjutant, the deceitfulness of the traitor and the scheming of a mysterious Scotsman lead the city to the brink of the abyss, while the people, excited, stage a fleeting riot in which the daughters of La Rochelle will have the last word.
Who directed The Girls of La Rochelle?
The Girls of La Rochelle was directed by Bernard Deflandre.
Who stars in The Girls of La Rochelle?
The principal cast of The Girls of La Rochelle includes Philippe Lemaire, Raymond Bussières, Geneviève Cluny, Annette Poivre, Philippe de Broca.
When was The Girls of La Rochelle released and how long is it?
The Girls of La Rochelle was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.