---
title: "Illicit Motherhood"
year: 1953
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/illicit-motherhood-1953"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 521534
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 3.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Illicit Motherhood (1953) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/illicit-motherhood-1953

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Illicit Motherhood is a film first released in 1953. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Société Française de Production (SFP). Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Young thieves find purpose when a desperate woman's life and unborn child bring them together."

### Why Watch
- Explores friendship and responsibility
- Blend of humor and poignant drama
- Shows 1950s French social atmosphere

### Caveats & Content Note
- Emphasis on character over plot may not satisfy action seekers
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s gentle humor and mature themes make it suitable for mature teens and adults.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, drama, empathetic, youthful, heartfelt

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jean Gourguet
- **Networks / Studios**: Société Française de Production (SFP)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dany Carrel** as *Marie-Lucienne Morel dite : Lulu, la jeune fille enceinte*
- **Michel Roux** as *Maurice, le gentil garçon de la bande*
- **Dora Doll** as *Anita, la sœur de Doudou*
- **Pierre Larquey** as *Pépère, le clochard*
- **Jane Marken** as *La tante de Jacques*
- **Noël Roquevert** as *Le père de Jacques*
- **Jean-Pierre Mocky** as *La Fouine, un gars de la bande*
- **Daniel Cauchy** as *Mickey*
- **Jean Clarieux** as *André dit : Dédé le souteneur*
- **Maurice Sarfati** as *Doudou, un gars de la bande*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre is Illicit Motherhood?
It is classified as a comedy and drama.

### Q: When was Illicit Motherhood released?
It premiered on 10 September 1953 in France.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 32 minutes.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the film?
A group of drifting youngsters training in petty theft become involved in a real hold‑up and help a pregnant woman they rescue from a suicide attempt.

### Q: What language is the film in?
The film was produced in France, so its original language is French.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Illicit Motherhood — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/521534)
- [Maternité clandestine [Illicit Motherhood] (1953) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/214611-maternite-clandestine)

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