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Candide or The Optimism in the 20th Century

1960 · 88 min Comedy
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

Charming and innocent, Candide is vigorously chased away by the Baron, for his close encounters with the pretty Cunégonde. World War II breaks out, and when he is drafted and taken prisoner, he is forced to take German nationality and ends up guarding the camp where he was imprisoned. He crossed into Switzerland, but as he had no bank account, he was incarcerated for eight days for trespassing. Hunted by the Gestapo, he kills two men to free Cunégonde, who has finally been found. They both flee to Argentina, and their world tour begins. In Paris, Moscow, New York, Borneo and Alexandria. They try to follow Dr. Pangloss' optimistic rule of life. Tossed about, separated, they find themselves grown old and wiser, thinking only of cultivating their garden on the shores of the Mediterranean.

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Original Title Candide ou l’optimisme au XXᵉ siècle
Year 1960
Country France
Genre Comedy
Director Norbert Carbonnaux
Runtime 88 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.2/10 (13 votes)

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Candide or The Optimism in the 20th Century has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.2/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

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A classic from 1960. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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