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Beau Travail (2000)

"Maybe freedom begins with remorse."

7.120001h 33mFR
Drama

Directed by Claire Denis

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

FR

Release

May 3, 2000

Director

Claire Denis

Official Trailer

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Overview

Foreign Legion officer Galoup recalls his once glorious life, training troops in the Gulf of Djibouti. His existence there was happy, strict and regimented, until the arrival of a promising young recruit, Sentain, plants the seeds of jealousy in Galoup's mind.

Cast

Denis Lavant

Denis Lavant

Galoup

Michel Subor

Michel Subor

Commander Bruno Forestier

Grégoire Colin

Grégoire Colin

Gilles Sentain

Richard Courcet

Richard Courcet

Legionnaire

Nicolas Duvauchelle

Nicolas Duvauchelle

Legionnaire

Adiatou Massudi

Adiatou Massudi

Legionnaire

Mickael Ravovski

Mickael Ravovski

Legionnaire

Dan Herzberg

Dan Herzberg

Legionnaire

Giuseppe Molino

Giuseppe Molino

Legionnaire

Gianfranco Poddighe

Gianfranco Poddighe

Legionnaire

Marc Veh

Marc Veh

Legionnaire

Thong Duy Nguyen

Thong Duy Nguyen

Legionnaire

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Beau Travail (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Foreign Legion officer Galoup recalls his once glorious life, training troops in the Gulf of Djibouti. His existence there was happy, strict and regimented, until the arrival of a promising young recruit, Sentain, plants the seeds of jealousy in Galoup's mind.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Beau Travail. 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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