Les Déracinés
Synopsis
1962: events in Algeria. Captain Sainbenin has just taken over the leadership of a newly created fighter commando. His relationship with the hierarchy is strained. To this war of a new type, Sainbenin intends to apply methods of a new kind. Everything is good to find the "rebels": new intelligence system, new interrogation system. When in Algiers a putsch is organized against De Gaulle by 4 of his generals, Sainbenin's men are divided: should they remain faithful to De Gaulle, or take the side of French Algeria against all odds? tragic fate of a handful of uprooted people fighting for a patriotic ideal and sacrificed in the name of this ideal.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- André Teisseire
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Marillier, André Teisseire, Denise Petitdidier
- Original Title
- Les Déracinés
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
André Teisseire
Richard Marillier, André Teisseire, Denise Petitdidier
Department Leadership Roster
André Teisseire
Director
Richard Marillier
Writer
André Teisseire
Writer
Denise Petitdidier
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Les Déracinés
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Les Déracinés about?
1962: events in Algeria. Captain Sainbenin has just taken over the leadership of a newly created fighter commando. His relationship with the hierarchy is strained. To this war of a new type, Sainbenin intends to apply methods of a new kind. Everything is good to find the "rebels": new intelligence system, new interrogation system. When in Algiers a putsch is organized against De Gaulle by 4 of his generals, Sainbenin's men are divided: should they remain faithful to De Gaulle, or take the side of French Algeria against all odds? tragic fate of a handful of uprooted people fighting for a patriotic ideal and sacrificed in the name of this ideal.
Who directed Les Déracinés?
Les Déracinés was directed by André Teisseire.
Who stars in Les Déracinés?
The principal cast of Les Déracinés includes Henri Marteau, Alain Doutey, Christian Toma, Robert Vidalin, Guy Di Rigo.
When was Les Déracinés released and how long is it?
Les Déracinés was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.