Grand Illusion (1937)

Cast

• Jean Gabin - Le lieutenant Maréchal
• Pierre Fresnay - Le capitaine de Boëldieu
• Erich von Stroheim - Le capitaine von Rauffenstein
• Marcel Dalio - Le lieutenant Rosenthal
• Dita Parlo - Elsa
• Julien Carette - Cartier, l'acteur
• Gaston Modot - L'ingénieur
• Georges Péclet - Le serrurier
• Werner Florian - Le sergent Arthur
• Jean Dasté - L'instituteur

Screenplay

• Jean Renoir (Screenplay)
• Charles Spaak (Dialogue)

Themes

The Horror of War and Humanity, World War I and Trench Warfare, World War I: The Trench Ordeal, Void of Despair and No Escape, Escape from the Poverty Trap and Ambition

Keywords

prisoner, france, countryside, escape, germany, world war i, prisoner of war, brotherhood, camp, aristocrat, fraternity, war injury, escaped prisoner, prison camp, trying to escape

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Who stars in Grand Illusion?

Grand Illusion stars Jean Gabin, Pierre Fresnay, Erich von Stroheim, Marcel Dalio, Dita Parlo, Julien Carette.

How long is Grand Illusion?

Grand Illusion has a runtime of 1h 54m (114 minutes).

What genre is Grand Illusion?

Grand Illusion is a Drama, History, War film.

How much did Grand Illusion gross?

Grand Illusion grossed $172,885 worldwide.

Where was Grand Illusion produced?

Grand Illusion was produced in France.

What are the themes of Grand Illusion?

The themes of Grand Illusion include: The Horror of War and Humanity, World War I and Trench Warfare, World War I: The Trench Ordeal, Void of Despair and No Escape, Escape from the Poverty Trap and Ambition.