Head Against the Wall
by Georges Franju1h321958France
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In order to get rid of his troublesome son François, Maître Gérane manages to have him committed to a mental hospital owned by Dr. Varmont, a supporter of traditional treatments, in constant conflict with Dr. Emery, whose therapy takes the psychology of patients into account. François soon makes friends with Heurtevent, a sweet epileptic, and both decide to escape from the place. Their attempt is a failure and Heurtevent, unable to get over what he considers a return to hell, commits suicide. But rebellious François tries again and this time around he is successful. He finds shelter at his friend Stephanie's home...
Credits
- Production Compagny : ATICA - Artistes et Techniciens de l'Industrie Cinématographique Associés , Elpénor Films, Sirius Films
- Distributor : Mocky Delicious Pictures (MDP)
- Original Music : Maurice Jarre
- Photo Director : Eugen Schüfftan
- Scenario : Jean-Pierre Mocky
- Director : Georges Franju
- Original Work Author : Hervé Bazin
- Set Decoration : Louis Le Barbenchon
- Sound Recorder : René Sarazin
- Editing : Suzanne Sandberg
- Dialogs : Jean-Charles Pichon
Technical details
- Printed format : 35 mm
- Sound mix : Stéréo 2.0
- Year of production : 1958
- French release date : 20 mars 1959
- Category : Feature film
- Color : Black and White
- Language : French
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