The Man Who Laughs
"If you liked "Scaramouche" you'll love "The Man Who Laughs""
Originally released in 1966. The Man Who Laughs is a drama/adventure film. directed by Sergio Corbucci.
Starring Jean Sorel, Lisa Gastoni, and Ilaria Occhini
Synopsis
This loose adaptation of the Victor Hugo classic shifts the story to Italy and back in time, with the deformed protagonist meeting Lucrezia Borgia instead of Queen Anne. Also, Gwynplaine is renamed Angelo (Jean Sorel) with his disfigurement represented by a single broad slash across his mouth, crude yet convincing. The story (not credited to Hugo) is a swashbuckler pitting the disfigured acrobat against the henchmen of the Borgias.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 20, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Sanson Film
- Compagnie Internationale de Productions Cinématographiques (CIPRA)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Man Who Laughs about?
This loose adaptation of the Victor Hugo classic shifts the story to Italy and back in time, with the deformed protagonist meeting Lucrezia Borgia instead of Queen Anne. Also, Gwynplaine is renamed...
Who directed The Man Who Laughs?
The Man Who Laughs was directed by Sergio Corbucci.
How long is The Man Who Laughs?
The Man Who Laughs has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Man Who Laughs released?
The Man Who Laughs was released on August 20, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Man Who Laughs?
The main cast of The Man Who Laughs includes Jean Sorel, Lisa Gastoni, Ilaria Occhini, Edmund Purdom, Gino Pernice.