Johnny Frenchman.

Year Published: 1947

Description: As a result of the Nazi invasion, the age-old antagonism between the Cornish and Breton fisherfolk is changed to mutual understanding and friendship. This semi-documentary of the lives and folklore of the fishermen was filmed at the port of Mevagissey in Cornwall, which was used to portray both the Cornish fishing village of Trevannick and the Breton harbor of Lanec.

Complete Record: JOHNNY FRENCHMAN. Ealing Studios, London. Released in the U. S. by Universal, c1947. Presented by J. Arthur Rank. A Prestige picture. Summary: As a result of the Nazi invasion, the age-old antagonism between the Cornish and Breton fisherfolk is changed to mutual understanding and friendship. This semi-documentary of the lives and folklore of the fishermen was filmed at the port of Mevagissey in Cornwall, which was used to portray both the Cornish fishing village of Trevannick and the Breton harbor of Lanec. Credits: Producer, Michael Balcon; director, Charles Frend; original screenplay, T. E. B. Clarke; music, Clifton Parker. Cast: Francoise Rosay, Patricia Roc, Tom Walls, Ralph Michael, Paul Dupuis. © Universal Pictures Co., Inc.; 11Dec47 (in notice: 1946); LP1981.