Mariusis the first film in arguably the most well known and best trilogy in cinema
history (followed by Fanny and César). All three films were
written and produced by Marcel Pagnol... [More...]
The second film in Pagnol’s celebrated Marius-Fanny-César trilogy follows on directly
from the first film. Now it is the turn of Orane Demazis to take centre-stage in
an emotionally charged and moving portrayal... [More...]
This is the first of Marcel Pagnol’s three ambitious film adaptations of novels by Jean
Giono (followed by Regain and La Femme du boulanger). Like many of
Pagnol’s films... [More...]
The final instalment in Marcel Pagnol’s famous romantic trilogy provides a fitting conclusion
to a remarkable and entertaining series of films... [More...]
This is one of several films in which distinguished writer-director Marcel Pagnol shares
with his cinema audience his undying passion for the provincial France of his youth... [More...]
La Femme du boulanger is widely considered to be Marcel Pagnol’s best film,
not least because of the unforgettable acting performances from Raimu and Ginette Leclerc... [More...]
Marcel Pagnol uses this engaging comic farce as an effective vehicle with which to satirise
the film industry. In the role of the star-struck country boy is Fernandel... [More...]
La Fille du puisatier is an engaging drama which exudes poignancy, primarily because
of the excellent acting performances. The film’s length (nearly three hours for
the complete version) does make it a marathon... [More...]
La Belle meunière is
Marcel Pagnol’s heartfelt tribute to the work of Franz Schubert, a
composer he greatly admired. It has not only the distinction of
being Pagnol’s sole colour film but also the... [More...]
Marcel Pagnol’s penultimate film is this epic tale which masterfully portrays the
frailties of human nature through some extraordinary performances and a characteristically
well-crafted script... [More...]
