Champagne for Savages (1964): Cast
Champagne for Savages is a 1964 war drama directed by Christian-Jaque, starring Claude Rich as Claude, Francis Blanche and Antonella Lualdi. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Christian-Jaque
- Original language
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French - Studio
- Flora Film
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Champagne for Savages About?
The premise of Champagne for Savages without spoilers.
Set in occupied France during World II, a group gathers for a clueless woman’s birthday, including a Nazi‑collaborating uncle, a blind veteran, a meek doctor, an arrogant teacher, a patriotic girl and the husband. After nearby German soldiers are killed, the Gestapo forces them to pick two for execution or all will be arrested. The tense premise spirals into black comedy as each tries to outwit the others.
Champagne for Savages Themes & Keywords
· 11 tags- france
- world war two
- occupied france
- soldier's death
- reprisal
- closed doors
- birthday
- gestapo
- cowardice
- refugee
- based on play
Champagne for Savages Cast & Characters
Claude Rich leads the cast as Claude, with Francis Blanche as Francis and Antonella Lualdi as Françoise. Directed by Christian-Jaque; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Christian-Jaque
- Claude Rich as Claude
- Francis Blanche as Francis
- Antonella Lualdi as Françoise
- France Anglade as Sophie
Also Starring in Champagne for Savages
· 6 more- Adolfo Marsillach le docteur
- Dominique Paturel Jean-Louis
- Boy Gobert Kaubach
- Claude Nicot Victor
- Carlos Ronda
- Jean Maurice
More from Christian-Jaque
More films directed by Christian-Jaque: The Legend of Frenchie King, Emma Hamilton, The Other Truth and Ivory Coast Adventure.
Champagne for Savages Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “La cena de los cobardes” and “Il pasto delle belve”.
- Also known as
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- La cena de los cobardes
- Il pasto delle belve
- 晚宴上的懦夫
- Пир хищников
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Champagne for Savages FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Champagne for Savages, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Champagne for Savages?
Champagne for Savages runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Champagne for Savages released?
Champagne for Savages was released on August 26, 1964.
Who directed Champagne for Savages?
Champagne for Savages was directed by Christian-Jaque.
More films by Christian-Jaque Who is in the cast of Champagne for Savages?
Champagne for Savages stars Claude Rich as Claude, Francis Blanche as Francis and Antonella Lualdi as Françoise, among 10 credited actors.
Does Champagne for Savages have a post-credit scene?
No. Champagne for Savages has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Champagne for Savages in?
The original language of Champagne for Savages is French.
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