Cher frangin
Synopsis
The French military is known for its draconian treatment of soldiers who desert or otherwise tangibly register disagreements with official policy. In this movie the story takes place during the Algerian War (late 1950s). Alain (Luc Thullier) is a deserter who has been sent back to the front lines as a member of a special disciplinary battalion. Such battalions are given only the most dangerous assignments, and most of the soldiers in them are expected to die in combat. As his unit skirmishes with the enemy, it suffers many losses until Alain is the only one left. Freed from supervision once more, he escapes again, this time to Tunisia, with the intention of trying to inform the French public about what is really happening in Algeria.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gérard Mordillat
- Screenplay & Story
- Gérard Mordillat
- Original Title
- Cher frangin
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, Canada, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Stéphan Films, Productions Bleu Blanc Rouge, Lamy Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gérard Mordillat
Gérard Mordillat
Véra Belmont
Department Leadership Roster
Véra Belmont
Producer
Gérard Mordillat
Screenplay
Gérard Mordillat
Director
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What is Cher frangin about?
The French military is known for its draconian treatment of soldiers who desert or otherwise tangibly register disagreements with official policy. In this movie the story takes place during the Algerian War (late 1950s). Alain (Luc Thullier) is a deserter who has been sent back to the front lines as a member of a special disciplinary battalion. Such battalions are given only the most dangerous assignments, and most of the soldiers in them are expected to die in combat. As his unit skirmishes with the enemy, it suffers many losses until Alain is the only one left. Freed from supervision once more, he escapes again, this time to Tunisia, with the intention of trying to inform the French public about what is really happening in Algeria.
Who directed Cher frangin?
Cher frangin was directed by Gérard Mordillat.
Who stars in Cher frangin?
The principal cast of Cher frangin includes Luc Thuillier, Marius Colucci, Julie Jézéquel, Yan Epstein.
When was Cher frangin released and how long is it?
Cher frangin was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.