Mister Taxi (1952)
An honest taxi driver gets into trouble by looking for a customer who left her purse full of cash in her vehicle.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by André Hunebelle, 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 Michel Simon, Roland Alexandre, Monique Darbaud, 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.
Michel Simon
as Pierre Verger, « Monsieur Taxi »
Roland Alexandre
as Georges Verger, fils de Pierre
Monique Darbaud
as Lily Minouche, l'amie de Georges
Jane Marken
as Louise
Jean Brochard
as Léon
Pauline Carton
as La tante de Lily
Jean Carmet
as François
Louis de Funès
as Le peintre de la place du Tertre
Claire Olivier
as Hélène Verger, l'épouse de Pierre
André Valmy
as l'inspecteur principal
Espanita Cortez
as L'aventurière italienne
Jeanne Fusier-Gir
as Madame AngelaCinematographic 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 | 75 min |
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