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I Accuse

January 23, 1938 1h 59m 6.4/10 (28 votes)

Originally released in 1938. I Accuse is a war/drama film. directed by Abel Gance.

Starring Victor Francen, Line Noro, and Sylvie Gance

Synopsis

After serving in the trenches of World War I, Jean Diaz recoils with such horror that he renounces love and personal pleasure to immerse himself in scientific research, seeking a machine to prevent war. He thinks he has succeeded, but the government subverts his discovery, and Europe slides with seeming inevitability toward World War II. In desperation, Diaz summons the ghosts of the war dead from the graves and fields of France to give silent, accusing protest.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 23, 1938 88 years ago
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Runtime 1h 59m 119 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (28 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Forrester-Parant Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Accuse about?

After serving in the trenches of World War I, Jean Diaz recoils with such horror that he renounces love and personal pleasure to immerse himself in scientific research, seeking a machine to prevent...

Who directed I Accuse?

I Accuse was directed by Abel Gance.

How long is I Accuse?

I Accuse has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).

When was I Accuse released?

I Accuse was released on January 23, 1938 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in I Accuse?

The main cast of I Accuse includes Victor Francen, Line Noro, Sylvie Gance, Jean-Max, Paul Amiot.