Grand Illusion

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A group of French soldiers, including the patrician Captain de Boeldieu and the working-class Lieutenant Maréchal, grapple with their own class differences after being captured and held in a World War I German prison camp. When the men are transferred to a high-security fortress, they must concoct a plan to escape beneath the watchful eye of aristocratic German officer von Rauffenstein, who has formed an unexpected bond with de Boeldieu.

Tagline

“A Great Drama of Human Emotions”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, History, War

Director

Jean Renoir

Original Language

FR

What is Grand Illusion about?

A group of French soldiers, including the patrician Captain de Boeldieu and the working-class Lieutenant Maréchal, grapple with their own class differences after being captured and held in a World War I German prison camp. When the men are transferred to a high-security fortress, they must concoct a plan to escape beneath the watchful eye of aristocratic German officer von Rauffenstein, who has formed an unexpected bond with de Boeldieu.

Who directed Grand Illusion?

Grand Illusion was directed by Jean Renoir.

When was Grand Illusion released?

Grand Illusion was released on June 4, 1937.

How long is Grand Illusion?

Grand Illusion has a runtime of 1h 54m.

Where can I track Grand Illusion?

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