
Shop Girls of Paris | Au Bonheur des Dames
The struggles of a small business owner come to light in this film by director André Cayatte. The proprietor of a fabric shop, M. Baudu faces stiff competition when a department store moves in across the street, the first of its kind in 1860s Paris. On top of the stresses associated with the rival retailer, Baudu’s niece and two nephews take up residence with him after recently being orphaned. The niece, Denise Baudu, sees the writing on the wall for her uncle’s business so she takes a job as a shop girl with his competitor and despite her success the decision does not register well with the family.
Description: The struggles of a small business owner come to light in this film by director André Cayatte. The proprietor of a fabric shop, M. Baudu faces stiff competition when a department store moves in across the street, the first of its kind in 1860s Paris. On top of the stresses associated with the rival retailer, Baudu’s niece and two nephews take up residence with him after recently being orphaned. The niece, Denise Baudu, sees the writing on the wall for her uncle’s business so she takes a job as a shop girl with his competitor and despite her success the decision does not register well with the family.
Genres: Drama
Budget: $0 | Revenue : $0
Runtime: 82 minutes
Release Date: 1943-07-20

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Played Baudu

Albert Préjean
Played Octave Mouret

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Played Denise Baudu

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Played Marguerite Vadon, saleswoman

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Played Saleswoman (uncredited)

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Played Saleswoman (uncredited)

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Played Shopkeeper (uncredited)

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Played (uncredited)

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Played Pépé Baudu (uncredited)

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Played Handkerchief buyer (uncredit)

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Played Cafe owner (uncredited)

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Played Employee (uncredited)
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Played Shopkeeper (uncredited)
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Played Favier (uncredited)

Roger Vincent
Played Shopkeeper (uncredited)
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