In 1911, a willful and determined man from peasant stock named Charles Saganne enlists in the military and is assigned to the Sahara Desert under the aristocratic Colonel Dubreuilh.
| Year | 1984 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | War, Drama, History |
| Director | Alain Corneau |
| Runtime | 180 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (65 votes) |
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The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.
Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.
For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.
Director: Alain Corneau
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.
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Jean-Laurent Cochet
Bertozza
Roger Dumas
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Jean-Louis Richard
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Robin Renucci
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Sophie Grimaldi
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