Gigot (1962)
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A poignant comedy about a mute who befriends Nicole, the little daughter of a prostitute. Gleason shows his considerable talents as an actor without uttering a sound as he plays the bumbling, kind-hearted janitor, Gigot. Gleason wrote the original story and music for this film.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Gene Kelly, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Jackie Gleason, Katherine Kath, Gabrielle Dorziat, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
Jackie Gleason
as Gigot
Katherine Kath
as Collette
Gabrielle Dorziat
as Madame Brigitte
Jean Lefebvre
as Gaston
Jacques Marin
as Jean
Albert Rémy
as Alphonse (as Albert Remy)
Yvonne Constant
as Lucille Duval
Germaine Delbat
as Madame GreuzeOrangey
as Rhubarb the CatCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 104 min |
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