The struggles of a small business owner come to light in this film by director André Cayatte. The proprietor of a fabric shop, M. Baudu (Michel Simon) faces stiff competition when a department store moves in across the street, the first of its kind in 1860s Paris. On top of the stresses associated with the rival retailer, Baudu’s niece and two nephews take up residence with him after recently being orphaned. The niece, Denise Baudu (Blanchette Brunoy), sees the writing on the wall for her uncle’s business so she takes a job as a shop girl with his competitor and despite her success the decision does not register well with the family.
Credits
Shop Girls of Paris Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Albert Préjean
He was 49, 86 years old when he died
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as Mouret |
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Blanchette Brunoy
She was 27, 89 years old when she died
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as Denise Baudu |
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Suzy Prim
She was 46, 94 years old when she died
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as Madame Desforges |
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Michel Simon
He was 48, 80 years old when he died
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as Baudu |
Shop Girls of Paris Crew
| Name |
Department |
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André Cayatte as Director. He was 34 (80) years old when He died
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Directing |
