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Strange Desire of Mr. Bard

19541h 48mGéza von Radványi

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A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead him to the journey of self-exploration and finding his true love.

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What is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard (1954) about?

A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead…

Who stars in Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?

Strange Desire of Mr. Bard stars Michel Simon (Auguste Bard), Louis de Funès (M. Chanteau), Yves Deniaud (Antonio), Geneviève Page (Donata), Georgette Anys. The film was directed by Géza von Radványi.

How long is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?

Strange Desire of Mr. Bard has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1954.

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