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The Ogre

Drama • War • 1996 • 1h 53m

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RATING★ 3.2

RUNTIME1h 53m

LANGUAGEDE

STATUSReleased

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📖 Synopsis

Frenchman Abel Tiffauges is a naive man who lives a simple life working as a mechanic. Falsely accused of being a child abuser, he is recruited as a soldier when World War II begins, but is captured soon and taken to the heart of Nazi Germany.

🎥 Production Details

Release Status: Released
Genres: Drama, War
Director: Volker Schlöndorff
Original Language: DE

🎭 Cast

John Malkovich

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ogre about?: Frenchman Abel Tiffauges is a naive man who lives a simple life working as a mechanic. Falsely accused of being a child abuser, he is recruited as a soldier when World War II begins, but is captured soon and taken to the heart of Nazi Germany.
Who directed The Ogre?: The Ogre was directed by Volker Schlöndorff.
When was The Ogre released?: The Ogre was released on September 12, 1996.
How long is The Ogre?: The Ogre has a runtime of 1h 53m.
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