Jim la houlette Ending Explained: Famous author Bretonneau gets his ghost writer Moluchet to impersonate the notorious criminal Jim la Houlette and pretend to steal a manuscript to boost the sales of their novels. Directed by André Berthomieu, this 1935 comedy film stars Fernandel (Moluchet), alongside Jacques Varennes as Maitre Clisson, Louis Florencie as Bretonneau, Mireille Perrey as Pauline Bretonneau. With a 6.2/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of Jim la houlette?

Famous author Bretonneau gets his ghost writer Moluchet to impersonate the notorious criminal Jim la Houlette and pretend to steal a manuscript to boost the sales of their novels.

How Does Fernandel (Moluchet)'s Story End?

  • Fernandel: Fernandel's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Jacques Varennes (Maitre Clisson): Jacques Varennes's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Louis Florencie (Bretonneau): Louis Florencie's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Jim la houlette Mean?

Jim la houlette's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Fernandel may feel rushed. André Berthomieu's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.