Tartuffe
Synopsis
Orgon and his mother swear by Tartuffe, the self-styled devout who lives off them. The other members of the family, scandalized by the clergyman's hold over them, will do anything to expose his hypocrisy. Michel Bouquet plays an almost monstrous Tartuffe, whose only weakness lies in his feelings for Elmire.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marcel Cravenne
- Screenplay & Story
- Molière
- Original Title
- Tartuffe
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tartuffe
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What is Tartuffe about?
Orgon and his mother swear by Tartuffe, the self-styled devout who lives off them. The other members of the family, scandalized by the clergyman's hold over them, will do anything to expose his hypocrisy. Michel Bouquet plays an almost monstrous Tartuffe, whose only weakness lies in his feelings for Elmire.
Who directed Tartuffe?
Tartuffe was directed by Marcel Cravenne.
Who stars in Tartuffe?
The principal cast of Tartuffe includes Michel Bouquet, Delphine Seyrig, Jacques Debary, Luce Garcia-Ville, Madeleine Clervanne.
When was Tartuffe released and how long is it?
Tartuffe was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.