The Beggars
Originally released in 1988. The Beggars is a feature film. directed by Benoît Jacquot.
Starring Judith Godrèche, Dominique Sanda, and Jean-Philippe Écoffey
Synopsis
This symbolic drama from director Benoit Jacques underscores the characters' human need for affection. Children steal lemons for the thrill, while women steal other women's men from them just to prove they can. Drug smuggling, clandestine love affairs, and two lovers involved with the production of Shakespeare's Othello carry on with their own off-stage tragedy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 6, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Beggars about?
This symbolic drama from director Benoit Jacques underscores the characters' human need for affection. Children steal lemons for the thrill, while women steal other women's men from them just to pr...
Who directed The Beggars?
The Beggars was directed by Benoît Jacquot.
How long is The Beggars?
The Beggars has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Beggars released?
The Beggars was released on April 6, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Beggars?
The main cast of The Beggars includes Judith Godrèche, Dominique Sanda, Jean-Philippe Écoffey, Anne Roussel, Hassane Fall.