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The Great Man (2014)

7.420141h 47mFR
Drama

Directed by Sarah Leonor

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

FR

Release

August 13, 2014

Director

Sarah Leonor

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Overview

Sent to Afghanistan for 6 months, legionnaires Markov and Hamilton are caught in an ambush during an unauthorized expedition. Markov saves Hamilton, seriously wounded by rebel fire, but leaves the Legion without honors. Once back in Paris, Hamilton, convalescing, hopes to remain a legionnaire, whil...

Top Cast

Jérémie RenierSurho SugaipovRamzan IdievDaniel FassiJean-Yves RufMiglen Mirtchev

Cast

Jérémie Renier

Jérémie Renier

Hamilton / Michaël Hernandez

Surho Sugaipov

Surho Sugaipov

Markov / Murad Masaev

Ramzan Idiev

Ramzan Idiev

Khadji Masaev

Daniel Fassi

Daniel Fassi

Gradé Afghanistan

Jean-Yves Ruf

Jean-Yves Ruf

Colonel Lacour

Miglen Mirtchev

Miglen Mirtchev

Johnson

Sabine Massé

Sabine Massé

Sabina

Paul Massé

Paul Massé

Magomed

Zaher Rehaz

Zaher Rehaz

Portier hôtel

Laura Arsangereeva

Laura Arsangereeva

Madina

Issita Arslanov

Issita Arslanov

Issita

Daphné Dumons

Daphné Dumons

Camille

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Great Man (2014), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Sent to Afghanistan for 6 months, legionnaires Markov and Hamilton are caught in an ambush during an unauthorized expedition. Markov saves Hamilton, seriously wounded by rebel fire, but leaves the Legion without honors. Once back in Paris, Hamilton, convalescing, hopes to remain a legionnaire, while Markov, now a civilian and without working papers, tries to make ends meet with his son Khadji. Hamilton lends his identity to his Chechen friend, so that he can work legally. But one day, Markov disappears, leaving Hamiltion disorientated and Khadji alone in the world.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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