Shop Girls of Paris
Au Bonheur des Dames
Synopsis
The struggles of a small business owner come to light in this film by director André Cayatte. The proprietor of a fabric shop, M. Baudu faces stiff competition when a department store moves in across the street, the first of its kind in 1860s Paris. On top of the stresses associated with the rival retailer, Baudu’s niece and two nephews take up residence with him after recently being orphaned. The niece, Denise Baudu, sees the writing on the wall for her uncle’s business so she takes a job as a shop girl with his competitor and despite her success the decision does not register well with the family.
Top Cast
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Michel Simon
Baudu
Albert Préjean
Octave Mouret
Blanchette Brunoy
Denise Baudu
Suzy Prim
Madame Desforges
Juliette Faber
Marguerite Vadon, saleswoman
Huguette Vivier
Clara Prunaire, saleswoman
Santa Relli
Geneviève Baudu, Baudu's daughter
Catherine Fonteney
Aurélie L'homme
Jacqueline Gauthier
Pauline Cugnot, saleswoman in the lingerie department
René Blancard
Jules Colomban, Baudu's clerk
Georges Chamarat
Inspector Jouve
Pierre Bertin
Gaujean, fabric supplier
Maximilienne
Madame Cabin
Marcelle Rexiane
Madame Marty
Suzet Maïs
Countess of Boves
André Reybaz
Jean Baudu
Jean Tissier
Emile Bourdoncle
Jean Rigaux
Baugé, seller
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 21, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- André Cayatte
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Duran, André Cayatte, Émile Zola
- Original Title
- Au Bonheur des Dames
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Continental Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
André Cayatte
Michel Duran, André Cayatte, Émile Zola
Armand Thirard
Department Leadership Roster
André Cayatte
Director
Michel Duran
Writer
André Cayatte
Writer
Armand Thirard
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shop Girls of Paris
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What is Shop Girls of Paris about?
The struggles of a small business owner come to light in this film by director André Cayatte. The proprietor of a fabric shop, M. Baudu faces stiff competition when a department store moves in across the street, the first of its kind in 1860s Paris. On top of the stresses associated with the rival retailer, Baudu’s niece and two nephews take up residence with him after recently being orphaned. The niece, Denise Baudu, sees the writing on the wall for her uncle’s business so she takes a job as a shop girl with his competitor and despite her success the decision does not register well with the family.
Who directed Shop Girls of Paris?
Shop Girls of Paris was directed by André Cayatte.
Who stars in Shop Girls of Paris?
The principal cast of Shop Girls of Paris includes Michel Simon, Albert Préjean, Blanchette Brunoy, Suzy Prim, Juliette Faber.
When was Shop Girls of Paris released and how long is it?
Shop Girls of Paris was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Is Shop Girls of Paris based on a book or true story?
Shop Girls of Paris is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Émile Zola".