Grand Illusion
Grand Illusion (1937) is a history drama, directed by Jean Renoir. It stars Jean Gabin and Pierre Fresnay. The 114-minute film holds an audience score of 7.9/10.
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What Grand Illusion Is About
Jean Renoir's 1937 film follows French officers taken prisoner in the First World War. They plan an escape. The camp commandant is an aristocrat too. The film reads the war through class more than nation; the narrative makes the shared language of a shared class its real subject. Jean Gabin and Erich von Stroheim lead. It was banned in several countries during the war. It counts among the foundational films of cinema. Who it's for: those who like classic war cinema. Who it's not for: viewers expecting combat; the film never shows the front.
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What is Grand Illusion about?
Jean Renoir's 1937 film follows French officers taken prisoner in the First World War. They plan an escape.
Where can I watch Grand Illusion?
Grand Illusion is available to watch on digital platforms such as Darkroom. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Grand Illusion?
Grand Illusion runs for 114 minutes (1h 54m).
When did Grand Illusion come out?
Grand Illusion was released in 1937.
Who directed Grand Illusion?
Grand Illusion was directed by Jean Renoir.
Who stars in Grand Illusion?
Grand Illusion stars Jean Gabin, Pierre Fresnay, Erich von Stroheim, Marcel Dalio.
What is Grand Illusion's rating?
Grand Illusion holds 8.0/10 on IMDb and 7.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 82 out of 100.
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