Louis de Funès, Michel - The Gendarme of Saint-Tropez
Framed photo of "Louis de Funès, Michel - The Gendarme of Saint-Tropez" — Black-and-white fine art print on Fine Art paper Fine Art 70x50 cm
- ✓ Solid wood frame: 75 × 55 × 2 cm | 3 mm glass
- ✓ Limited edition of 30 numbered and signed pieces (Certificate of Authenticity + Hologram)
- ✓ Handmade in our workshop | Ships within 48 hours
- ✓ Photo under license
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About this photo
Louis de Funès in *The Gendarme of Saint-Tropez* at the police station
This photograph captures Louis de Funès in his most iconic role as Chief Brigadier Ludovic Cruchot, directed by Jean Girault in 1964. Filmed on location at the actual Saint-Tropez police station, this scene captures the very essence of the character that catapulted de Funès to legendary status as the Gendarme of Saint-Tropez. The actor, then 50 years old, specifically developed the facial expressions that have since become iconic for this film produced by Raymond Danon.
The film's phenomenal success, with 7.8 million admissions in France, launched a six-film series that drew a total of over 40 million viewers. This exceptional performance made Louis de Funès the most popular French actor of the 1960s and 1970s, even outpacing Hollywood stars at the French box office. His portrayal of the clumsy but endearing gendarme left an indelible mark on popular French cinema.
Relive the spirit of 1960s Saint-Tropez with this collector's item celebrating the unforgettable Cruchot.
