6.7The Gambler · 1958
The Gambler (1958) is a Drama film directed by Claude Autant-Lara, starring Gérard Philipe, Liselotte Pulver, Françoise Rosay.
Drama
6.7Overview
In 1866, a young Muscovite named Alexei Ivanovitch arrives in Baden Baden, then the gambling capital of Austria, and is soon engaged by General Zagorianski to look after his children. Alexei discovers that his employer is a compulsive gambler who has been almost ruined by his addiction. The only money the General has is provided by the Marquis de Grieux, an adventurer who intends to marry Zagorianski’s sister, Pauline. In doing so, de Grieux hopes to profit from the vast inheritance that will come the General’s way from his Aunt Antonina, who is presently very ill. Alexei is appalled by this society which lives only for money. He loves Pauline and wants to take her to a healthier place, but when she refuses to marry him, he begins to gamble at the casino…
Cast
Gérard Philipe, Liselotte Pulver, Françoise Rosay, Jean Danet, Jean-Max, Nadine Alari, Sacha Pitoëff, Suzanne Dantès
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What is "The Gambler" about?
In 1866, a young Muscovite named Alexei Ivanovitch arrives in Baden Baden, then the gambling capital of Austria, and is soon engaged by General Zagorianski to look after his children. Alexei discovers that his employer is a compulsive gambler who has been almost ruined by his addiction. The only money the General has is provided by the Marquis de Grieux, an adventurer who intends to marry Zagorianski’s sister, Pauline. In doing so, de Grieux hopes to profit from the vast inheritance that will come the General’s way from his Aunt Antonina, who is presently very ill. Alexei is appalled by this society which lives only for money. He loves Pauline and wants to take her to a healthier place, but when she refuses to marry him, he begins to gamble at the casino…
When was "The Gambler" released?
The Gambler was released in 1958.
Who stars in "The Gambler"?
The cast includes Gérard Philipe, Liselotte Pulver, Françoise Rosay, Jean Danet.
