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Long March

May 31, 1966 1h 30m

Originally released in 1966. Long March is a drama/war film. directed by Alexandre Astruc.

Starring Maurice Ronet, Jean-Louis Trintignant, and Jean-Pierre Kalfon

Synopsis

In June 1944, a young doctor, Chevalier, under the threat of guns, is forced to treat a wounded man in a camp of resistance fighters (maquisards). He recognizes the man, minister of the Third Republic, called Morel by his companions. Carnot, the chief of the maquisards, is suspicious of a doctor who expressly disapproves of the resistance and wants to have him shot as soon as he has treated Morel. Philippe, who is second in command, intervenes in favor of the Chevalier. Meanwhile, peasants denounce the maquisards to the Nazis and the camp is surrounded by the Germans. The camp is saved thanks to Philippe who takes command of the group. He decides to leave the shelter and they begin the long march through the Cévennes to rally maquisard Napoleon in the Vercors...

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 31, 1966 59 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Transatlantic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Long March about?

In June 1944, a young doctor, Chevalier, under the threat of guns, is forced to treat a wounded man in a camp of resistance fighters (maquisards). He recognizes the man, minister of the Third Repub...

Who directed Long March?

Long March was directed by Alexandre Astruc.

How long is Long March?

Long March has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was Long March released?

Long March was released on May 31, 1966 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Long March?

The main cast of Long March includes Maurice Ronet, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Jean-Pierre Kalfon, Robert Hossein, Paul Frankeur.