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I Have an Idea 1934

100 min📅 1934-12-13

Step into the chaotic world of *I Have an Idea (1934)*, Roger Richebé's zany French comedy where one man's financial despair spirals into a web of deception.

Director: Roger Richebé

Cast

Raimu
Raimu
Aubrey Harrington
Félix Oudart
Félix Oudart
Georges Querol
Nane Germon
Nane Germon
Norah
Henri Poupon
Henri Poupon
Henry
Simone Deguyse
Simone Deguyse
Louise Harrington
Georges Morton
Georges Morton
Jack Chester
Christiane Delyne
Christiane Delyne
Daisy
Charlotte Clasis
Charlotte Clasis
la tante Dorothée
Auguste Mouriès
Edouard
Fernandel
Fernandel
Un passant dans la rue (uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *I Have an Idea (1934)* about?

The film follows Aubrey, a financially strapped man who devises a desperate plan: faking his death to claim a cousin's inheritance. His scheme spirals into a comedy of errors, filled with unexpected twists and hilarious consequences.

Who directed *I Have an Idea*?

Roger Richebé directed this witty French comedy, known for his work in early sound-era cinema.

Who stars in *I Have an Idea*?

The film features Raimu in the lead role, alongside Félix Oudart, Nane Germon, Henri Poupon, and Simone Deguyse.

Is *I Have an Idea (1934)* worth watching?

As a classic French comedy from the 1930s, it's a charming time capsule of wit and farce. While it lacks modern CGI spectacle, its clever plotting and Raimu's performance make it a delightful watch for fans of vintage cinema.

How long is *I Have an Idea*?

The film runs for 100 minutes.

About I Have an Idea (1934) — Classic French Comedy with Raimu's Signature Humor

Step into the chaotic world of *I Have an Idea (1934)*, Roger Richebé's zany French comedy where one man's financial despair spirals into a web of deception. Raimu stars as Aubrey, a desperate soul drowning in debt, who concocts a wild scheme: faking his death to impersonate a deceased cousin and claim a lucrative inheritance. What starts as a cunning plan quickly spirals into a series of absurd, laugh-out-loud misadventures, as Aubrey finds himself tangled in increasingly ridiculous situations. With sharp wit and slapstick charm, the film blends classic comedy tropes with a dash of social satire, capturing the frenetic energy of 1930s filmmaking.

At its heart, *I Have an Idea (1934)* is a tale of greed, folly, and the unintended consequences of desperate choices. The atmosphere crackles with the tension between farce and moral reckoning, as Aubrey's lie grows more outlandish by the minute. Backed by a stellar cast including Félix Oudart and Nane Germon, Richebé crafts a comedy that's as clever as it is entertaining, offering a snapshot of early sound-era French cinema at its most inventive.