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War and Peace (1956)

"The greatest novel ever written ... Now magnificently alive on the screen!"

6.619563h 28mEN
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Directed by King Vidor

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

3h 28m

Language

EN

Release

August 21, 1956

Director

King Vidor

Official Trailer

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Overview

The love story of young Countess Natasha Rostova and Count Pierre Bezukhov is interwoven with the Great Patriotic War of 1812 against Napoleon's invading army.

Cast

Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn

Natasha Rostova

Henry Fonda

Henry Fonda

Pierre Bezukhov

Mel Ferrer

Mel Ferrer

Prince Andrei Bolkonsky

Vittorio Gassman

Vittorio Gassman

Anatol Kuragin

Herbert Lom

Herbert Lom

Napoleon

Oskar Homolka

Oskar Homolka

Field Marshal Kutuzov

Anita Ekberg

Anita Ekberg

Helene Kuragina

Barry Jones

Barry Jones

Prince Mikhail Andreevich Rostov

May Britt

May Britt

Sonia Rostova

Jeremy Brett

Jeremy Brett

Nikolai Rostov

John Mills

John Mills

Platon Karataev

Helmut Dantine

Helmut Dantine

Dolokhov

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into War and Peace (1956), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The love story of young Countess Natasha Rostova and Count Pierre Bezukhov is interwoven with the Great Patriotic War of 1812 against Napoleon's invading army.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of War and Peace. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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