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The President

19611h 50mHenri Verneuil

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At 73, a former President of the French Council reflects on his political career while writing his memoirs, delving into his relationships with key figures, including the one set to become the next President.

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FranceBased On Novel Or BookPoliticsBlackmailPrime MinisterPoliticianDeputyMarketParliamentFlashback

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What is The President (1961) about?

At 73, a former President of the French Council reflects on his political career while writing his memoirs, delving into his relationships with key figures, including the one set to become the next President.

Who stars in The President?

The President stars Jean Gabin (Émile Beaufort), Bernard Blier (Philippe Chalamont), Renée Faure (Mlle Millerand), Alfred Adam (François, le chauffeur), Henri Crémieux (Antoine Monteil, le ministre des Finances). The film was directed by Henri Verneuil.

How long is The President?

The President has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1961.

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