Champagne for Savages
Le Repas des fauves
Synopsis
A diverse group of friends gather to celebrate a witless woman's birthday in this comedy drama set in France during World War II. The guests include an uncle who is a Nazi collaborator, a blind war veteran, a simpering physician, an arrogant educator, a patriotic girl, and the husband of the guest of honor. When some German soldiers are killed outside the house, the group is told by the Gestapo that they must choose among themselves two who will be shot if the killer is not caught. If two victims are not chosen, all seven at the party will be captured. Things sound pretty grim, but the black comedy begins when all seven try to save themselves by any means possible.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christian-Jaque
- Screenplay & Story
- Vahé Katcha, Christian-Jaque, Henri Jeanson, Claude Marcy
- Original Score
- Gérard Calvi
- Original Title
- Le Repas des fauves
- Country of Origin
- Spain, France, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Flora Film, Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique, Les Films Borderie, Produzione D.S. (Dario Sabatello)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christian-Jaque
Vahé Katcha, Christian-Jaque, Henri Jeanson, Claude Marcy
Gérard Calvi
Jacques Desagneaux
Department Leadership Roster
Christian-Jaque
Director
Vahé Katcha
Writer
Christian-Jaque
Writer
Henri Jeanson
Writer
Claude Marcy
Writer
Gérard Calvi
Original Music Composer
Jacques Desagneaux
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Champagne for Savages
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What is Champagne for Savages about?
A diverse group of friends gather to celebrate a witless woman's birthday in this comedy drama set in France during World War II. The guests include an uncle who is a Nazi collaborator, a blind war veteran, a simpering physician, an arrogant educator, a patriotic girl, and the husband of the guest of honor. When some German soldiers are killed outside the house, the group is told by the Gestapo that they must choose among themselves two who will be shot if the killer is not caught. If two victims are not chosen, all seven at the party will be captured. Things sound pretty grim, but the black comedy begins when all seven try to save themselves by any means possible.
Who directed Champagne for Savages?
Champagne for Savages was directed by Christian-Jaque.
Who stars in Champagne for Savages?
The principal cast of Champagne for Savages includes France Anglade, Francis Blanche, Antonella Lualdi, Claude Rich, Adolfo Marsillach.
When was Champagne for Savages released and how long is it?
Champagne for Savages was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Champagne for Savages?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Champagne for Savages was composed by Gérard Calvi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Champagne for Savages?
Champagne for Savages holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).