The Ragpickers of Emmaus

The Emmaüs community opened and functioned thanks to the generous impetus of Abbé Pierre Groues, bringing together a cross-section of the underprivileged: unemployed truck drivers, former paratroopers, young people leaving prison, etc., and underprivileged families. The "ragpickers" manage to make a bit of money by practicing the art of "chine", while the abbé tries his hand at winning radio games. The accident and death of one of them will unite the Emmaus companions even more.

Release Date

February 23, 1955

Status

Released

Original Title

Les chiffonniers d'Emmaüs

Runtime

1h 40min

Budget

Revenue

Language

French

Production Companies

Nordia FilmsCocinor