Disparus
Originally released in 1998. Disparus is a feature film. directed by Gilles Bourdos.
Starring Anouk Grinberg, Grégoire Colin, and Xavier Beauvois
Synopsis
Sex, avant-garde art, and Communist ideology are at the heart of this compelling historical drama. The film opens just as the Soviet Empire crumbles in 1989. As Louise mourns the death of her lover, she discovers the journal of Alfred Katz, an earnest Jewish radical and erstwhile poet who disappeared in 1938. With the aid of a history professor, Louise unravels what happened to Katz. In the feverish climate of pre-WWII Paris, Katz reveals himself as both a fervent Trotskyite and an unabashed romantic. At a party thrown by the noted surrealist Andre Breton, he meets Mila, a beautiful part-time model, part-time whore. As soon as he falls for her, he learns of her other lover Felix, a fervent Stalinist. Bored with politics, Mila eventually marries Katz. Soon betrayal and politics catch up with the poet.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 15, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Disparus about?
Sex, avant-garde art, and Communist ideology are at the heart of this compelling historical drama. The film opens just as the Soviet Empire crumbles in 1989. As Louise mourns the death of her lover...
Who directed Disparus?
Disparus was directed by Gilles Bourdos.
How long is Disparus?
Disparus has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Disparus released?
Disparus was released on May 15, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Disparus?
The main cast of Disparus includes Anouk Grinberg, Grégoire Colin, Xavier Beauvois, Frédéric Pierrot, Michel Duchaussoy.