Monsieur Leguignon, Signalman Explained

Monsieur Leguignon, Signalman
Director:Maurice Labro
Producer:Suzanne Goosens
Music:Francis Lopez
Cinematography:Jean Lehérissey
Editing:Monique Kirsanoff
Studio:Latino Consortium Cinema
Productions Jason
Distributor:C.E.F.
Runtime:105 minutes
Country:France
Language:French

Monsieur Leguignon, Signalman (French: Monsieur Leguignon lampiste) is a 1952 French comedy film directed by Maurice Labro and starring Yves Deniaud, Jane Marken and Bernard Lajarrige.[1] [2] It was shot at the Boulogne Studios in Paris. The film's sets were designed by the art director Paul-Louis Boutié. It was based on a radio programme and was followed by a sequel Leguignon the Healer in 1954.

Synopsis

A signalman employed by the SNCF constantly has to deal with difficult situations in spite of his well-meaning efforts. After a dispute with a group of children who lay claim to some treasure discovered in a dilapidated shack that he uses, the matter ends up in court.

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Notes and References

  1. Rège p.582
  2. Dyer, Ginette Vincendeau p.144