À nous la liberté
France • 1931
Director
#160Criterion Collection →Synopsis
In this classic French satire, Louis, a convict, escapes from prison and takes on legitimate work, making his way up in the business world. Eventually becoming the head of a successful factory, Louis opts to modernize his company with mechanical innovations. But when his friend Émile finally leaves jail years later and reunites with Louis, the past catches up with them. The two, worried about being apprehended by police, long to flee the confines of industry.
Synopsis
In this classic French satire, Louis, a convict, escapes from prison and takes on legitimate work, making his way up in the business world. Eventually becoming the head of a successful factory, Louis opts to modernize his company with mechanical innovations. But when his friend Émile finally leaves jail years later and reunites with Louis, the past catches up with them. The two, worried about being apprehended by police, long to flee the confines of industry.
Credits
Crew
DirectorRené Clair
CinematographerGeorges Périnal
ComposerGeorges Auric
EditorRené Le Hénaff, René Clair
ProducerFrank Clifford, Alexandre Kamenka, Roger Le Bon
Cast
Henri Marchandas Émile
Raymond Cordyas Louis
Rolla Franceas Jeanne
Paul Ollivieras Paul Imaque, l'oncle