Quai Notre-Dame (1960) Directed by Jacques Berthier
Drama
Film Synopsis
Eloi is bored in the flea market where he must spend his days. One
day, he meets a woman with whom he falls instantly in love. The
woman is at first flattered by Eloi's attentions but she later makes it
clear that she has no interest in him. Disappointed, Eloi returns
to his fiancée.
Cast:Anouk Aimée (L'antiquaire),
Jacques Dacqmine (Lormoy), Christian Alers, Geneviève Fontanel, Patricia Gozzi,
Lisette Jambel,
Marie Mansart,
Christian Pezey,
Robert Rollis
Country: France
Language: French
Support: Black and White
Runtime: 87 min
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