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The Case of Dr. Laurent

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Dr. J. Laurent (Jean Gabin) arrives in a small French village eager to share his knowledge about natural childbirth. When only a few villagers show up for a lecture he is giving on the topic, Laurent despairs, until he learns that a televised boxing match has diverted everyone's attention. Persisting in spreading the information, Laurent is galvanized when young, unwed Francine (Nicole Courcel) volunteers to try his method, which soon wins over the former doctor, a midwife and others.

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Isabel Quigly The Spectator It is entirely 'committed,' it knows exactly what is right and good and says so; yet it gives the opposition voice, and most interestingly, in that strange original. Jul 12, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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william k Basically a little propaganda piece supporting natural childbirth, this drama shows good local details and is presented with a hint of a feminist message; of course, Jean Gabin is always worth the watch. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Dr. J. Laurent (Jean Gabin) arrives in a small French village eager to share his knowledge about natural childbirth. When only a few villagers show up for a lecture he is giving on the topic, Laurent despairs, until he learns that a televised boxing match has diverted everyone's attention. Persisting in spreading the information, Laurent is galvanized when young, unwed Francine (Nicole Courcel) volunteers to try his method, which soon wins over the former doctor, a midwife and others.
Director
Jean-Paul Le Chanois
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Canadian French
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 27, 1958, Original
Runtime
1h 50m