L'Assommoir
Synopsis
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.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 1909
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Capellani
- Screenplay & Story
- Émile Zola, Michel Carré, Albert Capellani
- Original Title
- L'Assommoir
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 36m
- Production Studios
- Société cinématographique des auteurs et gens de lettres (SCAGL), Pathé Frères
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Capellani
Émile Zola, Michel Carré, Albert Capellani
Pierre Decourcelle
Department Leadership Roster
Albert Capellani
Director
Michel Carré
Writer
Albert Capellani
Writer
Pierre Decourcelle
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About L'Assommoir
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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?
The principal cast of L'Assommoir includes Alexandre Arquillière, Jacques Grétillat, Jacques Varennes, Gabrielle Réjane, Eugénie Nau.
When was L'Assommoir released and how long is it?
L'Assommoir was released in 1908 with a total runtime of 36m.
Is L'Assommoir based on a book or true story?
L'Assommoir is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Émile Zola".