Knock

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Saint-Maurice, a peaceful village, had a thriving doctor's practice until Dr. Parpalaid retired. Knock, a genius, convinced everyone of their illness, leading to a fortune and a large hospit... Read allSaint-Maurice, a peaceful village, had a thriving doctor's practice until Dr. Parpalaid retired. Knock, a genius, convinced everyone of their illness, leading to a fortune and a large hospital, bringing prosperity to the village.Saint-Maurice, a peaceful village, had a thriving doctor's practice until Dr. Parpalaid retired. Knock, a genius, convinced everyone of their illness, leading to a fortune and a large hospital, bringing prosperity to the village.

Director
- Guy Lefranc
Writers
- Jules Romains
- Georges Neveux
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7.3/10

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Director
- Guy Lefranc
Writers
- Jules Romains
- Georges Neveux
Stars

See production info at IMDbPro

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Trivia
The play was premiered in 1923 at the Comédie des Champs-Elysées with Louis Jouvet already playing Knock.

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Remade as Knock (2017)

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7/10

Dr Knock or the triumph of manipulation and propaganda

Little known, this movie can be read at different levels. A testimony of its time, with the depiction of how was seen life in 1923 in the fifties. The "medical ages" corresponding with the science domination over the 20th century.

But, and above all, this is a satirical comedy, showing the power of manipulation and propaganda. It uses an unusual way, the medicine, to show how someone can change its community using its specific position and power. An finally, Louis Jouvet gave us a huge performance, being of every scene.

A good find!