Le Sagouin
Synopsis
In the 1930s, in a village in Gironde, Guillou, a young boy in need of affection, nicknamed the Sagouin, unhappy and in need of affection, leads a life of anguish and sadness in a sinister castle. He exasperates his mother who sees in him only the hated reflection of a husband she only married to become a baroness. Thanks to the kindness of the village teacher, Guillou glimpses for a moment the existence of another world, of gentleness and tenderness.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Serge Moati
- Screenplay & Story
- Françoise Verny, Serge Moati, François Mauriac
- Original Title
- Le Sagouin
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Serge Moati
Françoise Verny, Serge Moati, François Mauriac
Department Leadership Roster
Serge Moati
Director
Françoise Verny
Writer
Serge Moati
Writer
François Mauriac
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Le Sagouin
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What is Le Sagouin about?
In the 1930s, in a village in Gironde, Guillou, a young boy in need of affection, nicknamed the Sagouin, unhappy and in need of affection, leads a life of anguish and sadness in a sinister castle. He exasperates his mother who sees in him only the hated reflection of a husband she only married to become a baroness. Thanks to the kindness of the village teacher, Guillou glimpses for a moment the existence of another world, of gentleness and tenderness.
Who directed Le Sagouin?
Le Sagouin was directed by Serge Moati.
Who stars in Le Sagouin?
The principal cast of Le Sagouin includes Marie-Christine Barrault, Muse Dalbray, Gilles Laurent, Malka Ribowska, Andrée Tainsy.
When was Le Sagouin released and how long is it?
Le Sagouin was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.