Bel Ami
Originally released in 1968. Bel Ami is a drama film. directed by Helmut Käutner.
Starring Helmut Griem, Violetta Ferrari, and Erika Pluhar
Synopsis
Paris at the end of the 19th century: Former soldier Georges Duroy is practically penniless after leaving the army when his old comrade Charles Forestier helps him get a job as a reporter for the newspaper "La Vie Française." Duroy's career takes off, but he owes his success not only to his writing skills, but above all to his charm with the ladies. He unscrupulously exploits his numerous female acquaintances. Through strategic marriages, "Bel Ami" rises to the top of Parisian society.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 19, 1968
57 years ago
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Helmut Griem
as Georges Duroy
Violetta Ferrari
as Clotilde de Marelle
Erika Pluhar
as Madeleine Forestier
Heinz Theo Branding
as Charles Forestier
Wolfgang Schwarz
as Jacques Rival
Eleonore Weisgerber
as Susanne Walter
Dagmar Altrichter
as Virginie Walter
Franz Kutschera
as Monsieur Walter
Helmuth von Scheven
as Graf Vaudrec
Günter Mack
as Laroche-Mathieu
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Süddeutscher Rundfunk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bel Ami about?
Paris at the end of the 19th century: Former soldier Georges Duroy is practically penniless after leaving the army when his old comrade Charles Forestier helps him get a job as a reporter for the n...
Who directed Bel Ami?
Bel Ami was directed by Helmut Käutner.
When was Bel Ami released?
Bel Ami was released on March 19, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bel Ami?
The main cast of Bel Ami includes Helmut Griem, Violetta Ferrari, Erika Pluhar, Heinz Theo Branding, Wolfgang Schwarz.