Chantecoq
Melodramatic war drama based on a novel by M.A. Bernière, directed by M. Pouctal, conceived as popular propaganda. When it turns out that plant director M. Dalibert has suddenly disappeared, Chantecoq is charged with the investigation. Through creative means he succeeds to unravel the case, involving two German spies looking for a secret recipe for a new French weapon of war.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1916 |
| Genre | War |
| Director | Henri Pouctal |
| Runtime | 81 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.0/10 (4 votes) |
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The film constructs a propagandistic narrative, relying on a clear dichotomy between ally and foe, and uses a detective plot as a framework for its patriotic message. The drama builds upon simple yet effective contrasts, highlighting the valor of the French hero and the treachery of the enemy.
Those who tire of subtlety will find a straightforward tale of espionage and duty, where every clue serves the national cause. What lingers after viewing is the distinct feeling of a cinematic poster, designed to rally the spirit of its time. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Henri Pouctal
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Watch in the evening as a period cinematic poster, with an interest in the history of film propaganda.
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