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Head Against the Wall (1959)
La tête contre les murs (original title)

95 min  -  Drama  -   20 March 1959 (France)
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In order to get rid of his troublesome son François, Maître Gérane manages to have him committed to a mental hospital owned by Dr... See full summary »

Director:

Georges Franju

Writers:

Hervé Bazin (novel), Jean-Pierre Mocky (adaptation), and 1 more credit »
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Pierre Brasseur Pierre Brasseur ...
Dr. Varmont
Paul Meurisse Paul Meurisse ...
Dr. Emery
Jean-Pierre Mocky Jean-Pierre Mocky ...
François Gérane
Anouk Aimée ...
Stéphanie
Jean Galland Jean Galland ...
Maître Gérane
Jean Ozenne Jean Ozenne ...
Comte Elzéar de Chambrelle
Thomy Bourdelle Thomy Bourdelle ...
Colonel Donnadieu
Rudy Lenoir Rudy Lenoir ...
Le planqué
Roger Legris Roger Legris ...
Decauville
Henri San Juan Henri San Juan ...
Patron du billard
Edith Scob ...
La folle qui chante
René Alié René Alié
Luc Andrieux Luc Andrieux ...
Un infirmier
Doudou Babet Doudou Babet ...
Le Noir
Claude Badolle Claude Badolle
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In order to get rid of his troublesome son François, Maître Gérane manages to have him committed to a mental hospital owned by Dr. Varmont, a supporter of traditional treatments, in constant conflict with Dr. Emery, whose therapy takes the psychology of patients into account. François soon makes friends with Heurtevent, a sweet epileptic, and both decide to escape from the place. Their attempt is a failure and Heurtevent, unable to get over what he considers a return to hell, commits suicide. But rebellious François tries again and this time around he is successful. He finds shelter at his friend Stephanie's home... Written by Guy Bellinger  

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Drama

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Country:

France

Language:

French

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Also Known As:

Ein Schrei gegen Mauern See more »

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Visa de contrôle en France : #20361. See more »