Overview
Jean-Gaspard Deburau is a very successful mime, the most famous in his category. One day, he falls head over heels in love with Marie Duplessis, a courtesan better known as "La Dame aux Camélias". But he soon realizes that he is but a number in her long list of lovers. He will find comfort in devoting his time teaching his art to his son Charles.
Director and cast
- Sacha Guitry Director
- Sacha Guitry as Jean-Gaspard Deburau
- Lana Marconi as Marie Duplessis
- Henri Belly as un journaliste
- Georges Bever as Laurent
- Claire Brilletti as Clara
- Jean Danet as Armand Duval
- Christine Darbel as Honorine
- Jacques de Féraudy as le docteur
- Jacques Derives as Laplace
- Albert Duvaleix as Robillard
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