It highlights the housing crisis of post-war Paris and the disconnect between the working class and the judicial system.
The film follows Diogène Leguignon (played by Yves Deniaud), a humble railway signalman whose life is turned upside down by a series of legal and social mishaps.
Fans of French cinema can spot Louis de Funès in a minor role as a neighborhood resident, years before he became a global star. It highlights the housing crisis of post-war Paris
Despite its age, the film remains a poignant look at the struggle of the "little guy" against bureaucracy and poverty.
In his new, dilapidated home, he discovers a hidden treasure cached by local children. His attempt to claim it leads to a full-scale legal war. Why It Matters Today Despite its age, the film remains a poignant
Forced out of his home due to expropriation, he moves into a seedy part of town.
Leguignon is sued for insulting a policeman, leading to a hilarious yet frustrating "dialogue of the deaf" in court where he cannot understand the complex legal jargon. Why It Matters Today Forced out of his
French (English subtitles available on select DVD releases ) Run Time: 1h 45m Cast: Yves Deniaud, Jane Marken, and Bernard Lajarrige