Un coeur gros comme ça (1962)
Directed by François Reichenbach

Drama

Film Synopsis

Since his childhood, Abdoulaye Faye has thought of nothing but becoming a boxer.  Now, determined to make his dream a reality, he leaves his home in Senegal and sets out for France.  Arriving in Paris, he finds a place to stay and gets work in a factory.  Despite the dismal climate and unfriendliness of those he meets, Abdoulaye falls in love with his new country and remains optimistic that one day he will realise his dream...
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Film Credits

  • Director: François Reichenbach
  • Script: François Reichenbach, Jean-Marc Ripert
  • Cinematographer: François Reichenbach, Jean-Marc Ripert
  • Music: Georges Delerue, Michel Legrand
  • Cast: Abdoulaye Faye (Le boxeur), Jean-Paul Belmondo (Cameo appearance), Buchard (Man on train), Michèle Morgan (Cameo appearance), Milou Pladner (Blind masseur), Luce Vidi (La voyante), Yasumiko (Japanese girl)
  • Country: France
  • Language: French
  • Support: Black and White
  • Runtime: 105 min

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