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The French Cinema: Jean Renoir's Toni

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

Presenting a series of feature films reflecting some of the finest work of France's most famous and talented directors and artists.
Starring Charles Blavette as Toni

Toni's attempt to save the girl he loves from a murder charge leads to further misfortune.
The basic idea for this film was suggested to Jean Renoir by a police commissioner in a small community near Marseilles, who had prepared a comprehensive dossier on a spectacular crime passionnel in the district.

Contributors

Script/Director:
Jean Renoir
Script:
Carl Einstein
Producer:
Pierre Gaut
Toni:
Charles Blavette
Marie:
Jenny Helia
Josepha:
Celia Montalvan
Fernand:
null Delmont
Gaby:
null Andrex
Albert:
null Dalban
Sebastian:
null Kobachevitch
Source: Radio Times

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