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The Great Role

2004 · 89 min Romance Comedy Drama
5.2 / 10 · TMDB

When a famous American film director, Rudolph Grichenberg, comes to Paris to cast a Yiddish version of 'The Merchant of Venice,' Maurice Kurtz and his friends try out for the role of Shylock. Thinking he has finally been cast in an important film role after years of obscurity, Maurice rushes home to tell his beloved wife, Perla. Later, Maurice discovers the part has gone to a famous American star, but he must play the role of his life to be sure Perla, who has become very ill with cancer, doesn't find out.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Le grand rôle
Year 2004
Country France
Genre Romance, Comedy, Drama
Director Steve Suissa
Runtime 89 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.2/10 (5 votes)

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The Great Role is an acquired taste at 5.2/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A 2004 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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