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Release Year1933
Runtime1h 44m
LanguageFrench
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes1
DirectorAlexandre Arnaudy, Roger Lion
WritersMarcel Pagnol, Paul Nivoix
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast7 credited
Also Known AsDirect au coeur
About Direct au coeur
Kid Marc is an upcoming boxer about to become the European Lightweight Champion, only he discovers his surprising victories had been handled by his manager, César Cannebois. This time, he vows to win on his own merits, to show his girlfriend how good he really is - and chiqué is stronger, and he loses in the ring. All glamour gone, everybody abandons him, save for his loyal and loving girlfriend. Régina is going to be his queen.
Directed by Alexandre Arnaudy, Roger Lion, Direct au coeur leans on a strong ensemble — Alexandre Arnaudy, Jacques Maury, Suzanne Rissler — 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 drama titles of 1933.
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