L'Assommoir (1908)
Everyman Coupeau's attempts to stop drinking are routinely thwarted by the wicked and vengeful Virginie. Based on Zola's novel, Capellani's film is about the free fall of a group of working-class French folk into degradation and tragedy due to carelessness, jealousy, and alcohol abuse. At the time of its release, L'Assommoir was hugely successful.
Director: Albert Capellani
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 36 min
Release Date: December 21, 1908
Cast
- Alexandre Arquillière - Coupeau
- Jacques Grétillat - Lantier
- Jacques Varennes
- Gabrielle Réjane
- Eugénie Nau - Gervaise
- Antoine
- Henri Gouget
- Catherine Fonteney - Virginie
- Mansuelle - Mes-Bottes
- Bazin - Bec-Salé
Screenplay
Production: Société cinématographique des auteurs et gens de lettres (SCAGL), Pathé Frères
Country: France
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is L'Assommoir about?
- Everyman Coupeau's attempts to stop drinking are routinely thwarted by the wicked and vengeful Virginie. Based on Zola's novel, Capellani's film is about the free fall of a group of working-class French folk into degradation and tragedy due to carelessness, jealousy, and alcohol abuse. At the time of its release, L'Assommoir was hugely successful.
- Who directed L'Assommoir?
- L'Assommoir was directed by Albert Capellani.
- Who stars in L'Assommoir?
- L'Assommoir stars Alexandre Arquillière, Jacques Grétillat, Jacques Varennes, Gabrielle Réjane, Eugénie Nau, Antoine.
- How long is L'Assommoir?
- L'Assommoir has a runtime of 36m (36 minutes).
- What genre is L'Assommoir?
- L'Assommoir is a Drama film.
- Where was L'Assommoir produced?
- L'Assommoir was produced in France.