Genre: Thriller / Drama
Duration: 132 minuten
Alternative titles: The Hole / The Night Watch
Country:
France / Italy
Directed by: Jacques Becker
Stars: Marc Michel, Jean Keraudy and Philippe Leroy
IMDb score:
8,5 (23.829)
Releasedate: 18 March 1960
This movie is not available on US streaming services.
Le Trou plot
"Poor Gaspard..."
1947. A young man, Gaspard, is charged with the attempted murder of his wife, although he is innocent. He is placed in the infamous Santé prison between four hardened criminals. The four have decided to escape by digging a tunnel. They confide in Gaspard and work hard on their escape.
Actors and actresses
Geo Cassine
Roland Darban
Manu Borelli
Vossellin / Monseigneur
Claude Gaspard
Le lieutenant Grinval
Le directeur de la prison
Bouboule
Un gardien
Un gardien
Reviews & comments
Movsin
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- 8333 messages
- 8449 votes
Of course the prisoners in the ground are "good guys" and these here are also very polite and even courteous.
In any case, I prefer this sober black-and-white film with its many scenes shot in almost real time than the super spectacular similar American products. Great acting performance. Marc Michel walks as Henry Fonda in "The Wrong Man". Surprising lock.
Becker's last film that at times reminded me of Bresson's "Un Condamné à mort s'est échappé".
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Fisico
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- 10039 messages
- 5398 votes
Handsome French classic that I was finally able to watch on AppleTV+. Although in French and without subtitles, I think I have understood most of it. A prison movie with the aim of escaping. It is the central theme of the film, because prison life itself is rarely shown. Everything is put into preparation and exploration. Some scenes are just made exciting by their dullness when they start tapping or filing. The lack of music and the duration of the scene gave an oppressive effect.
Great ending that I didn't see coming. Hard and raw at the same time when they realize that it was all in vain. Excellently portrayed with that stylish black and white. In that respect, it also reminded me of Un Condamné à Mort S'est Échappé ou Le Vent Souffle Où Il Veut (Film, 1956) .
Le trou is a film that takes its time and that is why it is so strong. It takes the viewer along after the experiences of the prisoners on their way to freedom. strong!
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scorsese
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- 13486 messages
- 11303 votes
Excellent film about five prisoners in one cell trying to escape. This has got to be pretty much the most realistic prison/escape movie. For example, no music is used and the entire escape attempt is shown here in great detail. The exciting and unexpected ending makes the film even better.
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