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Heartbeat

Comedy • 1938 • 2h 12m

Heartbeat movie poster

RATING★ 3.5

RUNTIME2h 12m

LANGUAGEFR

STATUSReleased

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📖 Synopsis

A pompous grocer’s assistant in Marseille annoys a visiting film crew so much that they prank him with a phony acting contract; believing it to be real, the “schpountz” heads to Paris for his new career.

🎥 Production Details

Release Status: Released
Genres: Comedy
Director: Marcel Pagnol
Original Language: FR

🎭 Cast

Fernandel

Fernandel

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J

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O

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heartbeat about?: A pompous grocer’s assistant in Marseille annoys a visiting film crew so much that they prank him with a phony acting contract; believing it to be real, the “schpountz” heads to Paris for his new career.
Who directed Heartbeat?: Heartbeat was directed by Marcel Pagnol.
When was Heartbeat released?: Heartbeat was released on April 15, 1938.
How long is Heartbeat?: Heartbeat has a runtime of 2h 12m.
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