Behind These Walls
Originally released in 1946. Behind These Walls is a drama/war film. directed by Henri Calef. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Raymond Pellegrin, Louis Seigner, and Pierre Larquey
Synopsis
June 1944, a French town towards the end of the occupation. Following several attacks perpetrated by the resistance, the inhabitants who listen to English radio are rounded up by the Germans in a prison and considered as hostages. In one of the cells are found men from all walks of life: an aristocrat, the Viscount of Saint-Leu, Doctor Noblet, a resistance fighter, Béquille the wanderer with a wooden leg, and a strange character nicknamed "Black Market". The latter arouses mistrust among the prisoners, because it could well have been introduced by the enemy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 13, 1946
79 years ago
Runtime
2h 19m
139 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Raymond Pellegrin
as Pierre, the pharmacist's son
Louis Seigner
as Doctor Noblet
Pierre Larquey
as 'Béquille'
Nadine Alari
as Alice Noblet
Roland Armontel
as Muscat
Pierre Brasseur
as Jean-César Morin
Robert Seller
as Lucien Sampet
Jean Brochard
as Michaud
André Carnège
as German chaplain
Jacques Charon
as Count Jacques de Saint-Leu
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Films Sacha Gordine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Behind These Walls about?
June 1944, a French town towards the end of the occupation. Following several attacks perpetrated by the resistance, the inhabitants who listen to English radio are rounded up by the Germans in a p...
Who directed Behind These Walls?
Behind These Walls was directed by Henri Calef.
How long is Behind These Walls?
Behind These Walls has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).
When was Behind These Walls released?
Behind These Walls was released on March 13, 1946 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Behind These Walls?
The main cast of Behind These Walls includes Raymond Pellegrin, Louis Seigner, Pierre Larquey, Nadine Alari, Roland Armontel.