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Dominican Rep. Head Against the Wall (The Keepers)
- Original title
- La Tête contre les mursaka
- AKA
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- Head Against the Wall
- Year
- 1959
- Running time
- 95 min.
- Country
France- Director
- Screenwriter
- Cast
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Pierre Brasseur
Paul Meurisse
Jean-Pierre Mocky
Anouk Aimée
Jean Galland- Jean Ozenne
Thomy Bourdelle- Rudy Lenoir
Charles Aznavour- See all credits
- Music
- Cinematography
Eugen Schüfftan (B&W)- Producer
- Genre
- Drama | Nouvelle vague (New Wave)
- Synopsis
- 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...
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