Michel is a capable new mate whom Pierre hires in Antwerp to work aboard the barges. He ingratiates himself with Pierre's family and courts Marthe, but conceals his real aim: discovering where the contraband diamonds are hidden. Pierre catches him stealing them and punishes him ruthlessly to protect the family's secret.
Alfred is Liliom's criminal friend and the practical instigator of the robbery plan. He proposes robbing the local payroll clerk and insists that both men carry knives. When the attempt fails, Alfred escapes while Liliom is surrounded by the police and chooses death rather than arrest.
Pierre Alcover has 47 screen credits in a career dating back to 1915. Signature works include L'Argent, The Swallow and the Titmouse, Ernest the Rebel. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
