Les risques du métier
| Company type | Film |
|---|---|
| Industry | Film industry |
| Founded | 1967 |
| Founder | André Cayatte |
| Products | Drama film |
| Parent | Gaumont International |
Les risques du métier (Risky Business) is a French drama film from 1967, directed by André Cayatte. This production represents the debut feature film of Jacques Brel, who starred alongside Emmanuelle Riva, Jacques Harden, and Nadine Alari. Brel also contributed to the film's musical score in collaboration with François Rauber. The movie premiered on 21 December 1967 through Gaumont International and was praised by critics for Brel's acting.
Plot
The story revolves around a young girl who accuses her elementary schoolteacher, Jean Doucet, of an attempted sexual assault. Authorities, including law enforcement and the local mayor, launch an inquiry, while Doucet denies all accusations. Subsequently, more pupils come forward with allegations, one of whom claims to be involved with him intimately. Doucet is brought to court and risks a sentence of hard labour if found guilty.
Cast
- Jacques Brel portraying Jean Doucet
- Emmanuelle Riva as Suzanne Doucet
- René Dary in the role of The Mayor
- Nadine Alari as Mme Arnaud
- Christine Fabréga playing M. Roussel
- Jacques Harden as R. Arnaud
- Gabriel Gobin cast as The Judge
- Muriel Baptiste in the role of Martine
- Christine Simon portraying Brigitte
- Chantal Martin as Josette
- Nathalie Nell in the role of Hélène
- Delphine Desyeux playing Catherine
- Claudine Berg as Mme Cault