Le Rouge et le Noir
Synopsis
It's no holds barred for Julian in pursuit of upward mobility. Although expected to channel career aspirations into the Church of the post-Napoleonic era, his intensely romantic liaisons propel him forward at a pace he cannot control.
Top Cast
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Gérard Philipe
Julien Sorel
Danielle Darrieux
Mrs. de Rénal
Antonella Lualdi
Mathilde de La Mole
Jean Mercure
Marquis de La Mole
Antoine Balpêtré
Abbot Pirard
André Brunot
Abbot Chélan
Anna Maria Sandri
Elisa
Jean Martinelli
Mr. de Rénal
Pierre Jourdan
Count Altamira
Gérard Séty
Lieutenant Liéven
Robert Berri
Groom of Croisenoix
Alexandre Rignault
Father Sorel
Jacques Varennes
President of the tribunal
Georges Descrières
Mr. de Croisenois
Mirko Ellis
Norbert de La Mole
Claude Sylvain
Amanda Binet (uncredited)
Suzanne Nivette
Marquise de la Mole (uncredited)
Jean-Marie Amato
Bootmaker (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claude Autant-Lara
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Aurenche, Stendhal, Pierre Bost, Claude Autant-Lara
- Original Title
- Le Rouge et le Noir
- Country of Origin
- France, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 3h 13m
- Production Studios
- Franco London Films, Documento Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claude Autant-Lara
Jean Aurenche, Stendhal, Pierre Bost, Claude Autant-Lara
Michel Kelber
Borys Lewin, Madeleine Gug
Henry Deutschmeister, Gianni Hecht Lucari
Department Leadership Roster
Claude Autant-Lara
Director
Jean Aurenche
Writer
Pierre Bost
Writer
Claude Autant-Lara
Writer
Rosine Delamare
Costume Design
Henry Deutschmeister
Producer
Michel Kelber
Director of Photography
Borys Lewin
Editor
Gianni Hecht Lucari
Producer
Max Douy
Production Design
Madeleine Gug
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Le Rouge et le Noir
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Le Rouge et le Noir about?
It's no holds barred for Julian in pursuit of upward mobility. Although expected to channel career aspirations into the Church of the post-Napoleonic era, his intensely romantic liaisons propel him forward at a pace he cannot control.
Who directed Le Rouge et le Noir?
Le Rouge et le Noir was directed by Claude Autant-Lara.
Who stars in Le Rouge et le Noir?
The principal cast of Le Rouge et le Noir includes Gérard Philipe, Danielle Darrieux, Antonella Lualdi, Jean Mercure, Antoine Balpêtré.
When was Le Rouge et le Noir released and how long is it?
Le Rouge et le Noir was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 3h 13m.
Is Le Rouge et le Noir based on a book or true story?
Le Rouge et le Noir is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Stendhal".