Tambour battant (1953) Directed by Georges Combret
Drama
Film Synopsis
In a small provincial town, a fierce rivalry exists between Albert
Gambier, the head of the town band, and a jazz ensemble led by Jacques
Helian. After a series of comical escapades, things come to a
head when Nicole, Gambier's daughter, falls in love with Jimmy, a jazz
composer...
Cast:Alfred Adam (Favrol),
Roland Armontel (Albert Gambier),
Jimmy Gaillard (Jimmy),
Sophie Leclair (Nicole Gambier),
Alice Tissot (Hortense Gambier),
André Gabriello,
Jacques Hélian
Country: France
Language: French
Support: Black and White
Runtime: 90 min
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