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Cast
Jean Gabin
as Victor Ploubaz
Ginette Leclerc
as Marie-Ange Ploubaz
Éric Damain
as Pierre Simonet
Jacques Marin
as Antoine Simonet
Micheline Luccioni
as Paulette Simonet
Claude Piéplu
as Alexandre Volabruque
Jean Carmet
as Staline
André Pousse
as Balloche
Raymond Meunier
as Tartinville
Yves Barsacq
as Ravasson, teacher
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1971
Runtime1h 30m
LanguageFrench
CertificationNR
GenresComedy
Votes11
DirectorMichel Audiard
WritersMichel Audiard
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Black Flag Waves Over the Scow
About The Black Flag Waves Over the Scow
Victor, grocer and tyrannical boss, never stops telling his family about his seafaring past, although they never believe him. When his nephew wins a model-boat contest and is commissioned to build a full-scale boat, Victor tries to make his mark.
Directed by Michel Audiard, The Black Flag Waves Over the Scow leans on a strong ensemble — Jean Gabin, Ginette Leclerc, Éric Damain — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1971.
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