In 1588, the Duke de Guise and princess Fausta are vying for the crown. Violetta, a young gypsy who has caught the duke’s eyes, is the object of a merciless competition between would-be lovers. When the duke discovers Violetta is of noble origins, he has her kidnapped in order to help in his attempt to overthrow the king. Pardaillan must then intervene to save the king and the damsel in distress.
Credits: Producers, Andre Legrand, Andre Haguet ; director, Bernard Borderie ; writers, Henri Haguet, Bernard Borderie ; photography, Henri Persin ; music, Paul Misraki ; costumes, Rosine Delamare.
Cast: Gerard Barray, Jean Topart, Gianna-Maria Canale, Michele Grellier, Guy Delorme.
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ACMI Identifier
X000503
Languages
English
French
Subject category
Foreign language films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)