My Uncle Benjamin
Benjamin is in love with Manette, the innkeeper's lovely daughter, but she has no intention of marrying the young doctor until she sees the marriage contract, and marriage contradicts Benjamin's attitude of independence. He also rejects his sister Bettine's attempts to marry him off to Arabelle, the daughter of old Dr. Minxit. Benjamin agrees to visit the girl. That evening, though, his sister discovers him at the inn with Manette, who has been arrested by her father. As a result, she chooses to accompany Benjamin herself. However, an incident with the corpulent Marquis puts an end to the voyage. The Marquis humiliates Benjamin with a practical prank. Benjamin is hell-bent on avenging himself. He succeeds because to the handsome Vicomte Hector de Pont-Cassé, who also assists Manette with her father-related issues. However, Benjamin has been apprehended by the Marquis...
Released: 1969-11-28