L'heure exquise

Nan
1h 0m
1981
5.5 /10 (2)

Documentary about Marseille in the 20s, filtered through the director's childhood memories

Overview

In the streets of Marseille, René Allio encounters, once again, the spaces of his childhood, and remembers his family history.

Country : France
Languages : Français
Released Date: 1981-12-02
Director : René Allio

Top Billed Cast

Paul Allio

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René Allio

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Pierre Allio

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Isabelle Fenech

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Jean Maurel

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