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Monsieur Batignole (2002)

Movie ★ 7.0 100 min

In 1942, in an occupied Paris, the apolitical grocer Edmond Batignole lives with his wife and daughter in a small apartment in the building of his grocery. When his future son-in-law and collaborator of the German Pierre-Jean Lamour calls the Nazis to arrest the Jewish Bernstein family, they move to the confiscated apartment. Some days later, the young Simon Bernstein escapes from the Germans and comes to his former home. When Batignole finds him, he feels sorry for the boy and lodges him, hiding Simon from Pierre-Jean and also from his wife. Later, two cousins of Simon meet him in the cellar of the grocery. When Pierre-Jean finds the children, Batignole decides to travel with the children to Switzerland.

Gérard Jugnot Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 6, 2002
Runtime
100 min
IMDb
tt0291400
Country
France
Language
French
Studio
TF1 Films Production, Novo Arturo Films, RF2K Productions, Turkhoise

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Frequently asked questions

What is Monsieur Batignole about?
In 1942, in an occupied Paris, the apolitical grocer Edmond Batignole lives with his wife and daughter in a small apartment in the building of his grocery. When his future son-in-law and collaborator of the German Pierre-Jean Lamour calls the Nazis to arrest the Jewish Bernstein family, they move to the confiscated apartment. Some days later, the young Simon Bernstein escapes from the Germans and comes to his former home. When Batignole finds him, he feels sorry for the boy and lodges him, hiding Simon from Pierre-Jean and also from his wife. Later, two cousins of Simon meet him in the cellar of the grocery. When Pierre-Jean finds the children, Batignole decides to travel with the children to Switzerland.
Who directed Monsieur Batignole?
Monsieur Batignole was directed by Gérard Jugnot.
Who stars in Monsieur Batignole?
Monsieur Batignole stars Gérard Jugnot, Jules Sitruk, Michèle Garcia, Jean-Paul Rouve.
When was Monsieur Batignole released?
Monsieur Batignole is a 2002 comedy, drama film.
Where can I watch Monsieur Batignole?
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