Writing
Charles Exbrayat
Born May 5, 1906 · Saint-Etienne, France
Died March 8, 1989 · aged 82
Charles Exbrayat (May 5, 1906 – March 8, 1989) was a French author known for his prolific output of over 100 novels and short stories, primarily humorous thrillers. His work achieved significant popularity, with numerous adaptations for film. Exbrayat initially pursued a career in medicine, studying in Nice with his parents. However, he ultimately found his calling in writing. His debut novel, "A…
Known For
Agent 38-24-36 · 1964Agent 38-24-36
★ 5.71964
MovieComedyRomance
A Russian spy is assigned to steal sensitive information from NATO about military mobilisation. Without much intelligence of his own, the distrusted Soviet intelligence agent needs all the help he can get from his 'talented' partner Penelope Lightfeather as they scatter around the French countryside for secret rendezvous while trying to avoid being caught by counterintelligence agents and distrustful communist operatives.
The London Man · 1943The London Man
★ 6.21943
MovieDramaThriller
Maloin, a maritime station guard, spends his nights at the port signal box. One night, he becomes the witness of a murder: for a simple suitcase smuggled, the altercation between the two men turns to drama. While the first falls and drowns, the second flees. Maloin, instead of warning the police, decides to dive in and recover the suitcase...which contains more than 3 million in small denominations! That's when the trouble begins...
Et qu'ça saute ! · 1970Et qu'ça saute !
★ 9.01970
MovieComedy
A uranium deposit brings turmoil to the small South American republic of Guatalpa. Between two revolutions, the government tries unsuccessfully to decide whether the Americans, Soviets or Cubans will exploit the concession. Delegates from these nations spy on and betray each other to achieve their goal.
Assassin in the Phonebook · 1962Assassin in the Phonebook
★ 6.31962
MovieDramaComedy
Fernandel plays Albert, the unhappy brunt of jokes by his fellow office-workers who goes from the frying pan into the fire. Albert gets caught up in a robbery that also goes from bad to worse when it leads to several murders. Although he is not a killer and essentially innocent, there does not seem to be very much that Albert can do to convince others of the truth.
One Only Loves Once · 1950One Only Loves Once
★ 9.01950
MovieComedyDrama
Although they have loved each other since childhood without admitting it, a surgeon and a young woman see their love thwarted by life.
The Changing of the Guard · 1962The Changing of the Guard
★ 7.11962
MovieWarComedy
During WW2, it's not wise to be a mayor chosen by the fascists with the Americans' impending arrival.
La Honte de la famille · 1969La Honte de la famille
★ 5.51969
Movie
On the day of his marriage, the son of a Marseille king declares to his family that he wishes to engage in the police.
Imogène McCarthery · 2010Imogène McCarthery
★ 5.42010
MovieComedyCrime
Elle est rousse. Elle est écossaise. Elle aime le rugby et la cornemuse. Elle vit à Londres, mais se considère en exil. Elle a un fichu caractère et une sacrée descente au whisky. Elle s’appelle Imogène Mc Carthery… du clan des McLeod !
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