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Le Beau Serge
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Le Beau Serge

1959 · 98 min Drama
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

After long absence, a man returns to his hometown only to find his best friend has become an alcoholic.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Claude Chabrol

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Gérard Blain

Gérard Blain

Serge

Jean-Claude Brialy

Jean-Claude Brialy

François

Michèle Méritz

Michèle Méritz

Yvonne

Bernadette Lafont

Bernadette Lafont

Marie

Edmond Beauchamp

Edmond Beauchamp

Glomaud

Claude Cerval

Claude Cerval

Priester

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André Dino

Arzt Michel

Jeanne Pérez

Jeanne Pérez

Madame Chaunier

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Michel Creuze

Der Bäcker

Philippe de Broca

Philippe de Broca

Jacques Rivette de la Chasuble

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