The Dreyfus Affair (1908)

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In this interesting picture we are given a vivid idea of the principal incidents connected with the Dreyfus case, which caused such a stir in military circles in the year of 1894. Alfred Dreyfus, an officer on the general staff, was charged with selling secrets to a foreign power. He was tried and judged guilty on flimsy evidence, and sentenced to imprisonment on Devil's Island, where he remained for eight years, until his influential friends, who took up his case in earnest, proved it was a plot formed by other officers, who subsequently confessed to having forged the documents.

Director: Lucien Nonguet
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 18 min
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Production: Pathé Frères
Country: France
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dreyfus Affair about?
In this interesting picture we are given a vivid idea of the principal incidents connected with the Dreyfus case, which caused such a stir in military circles in the year of 1894. Alfred Dreyfus, an officer on the general staff, was charged with selling secrets to a foreign power. He was tried and judged guilty on flimsy evidence, and sentenced to imprisonment on Devil's Island, where he remained for eight years, until his influential friends, who took up his case in earnest, proved it was a plot formed by other officers, who subsequently confessed to having forged the documents.
Who directed The Dreyfus Affair?
The Dreyfus Affair was directed by Lucien Nonguet.
How long is The Dreyfus Affair?
The Dreyfus Affair has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is The Dreyfus Affair?
The Dreyfus Affair is a Drama, History film.
Where was The Dreyfus Affair produced?
The Dreyfus Affair was produced in France.