Cast
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Viviane Romance
as Marie Charbonnier
Clément Duhour
as Gérard Latour
Paul Frankeur
as Jacques Charbonnier
Jean Brochard
as The director of the prison
Claire Olivier
as Georgette Lamy
André Carnège
as The President of the Court
Marcel Raine
as Me. Dalmet
Daniel Crouet
as Me. Barbier
France Descaut
as Sister Dominique
Jacques Gencel
as The little Louis
Yvonne Claudie
as
Anne-Marie Duverney
as
Gabriel Gobin
as
René Hell
as The bistro owner
Christian Simon
as
Crew
Director
- Georges Lampin
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Passion examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Georges Lampin brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1951, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Passion took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 88 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1634 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 376 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1951, when this film was released:
- The Cold War was intensifying, influencing global politics and culture.
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 21, 1951
- Runtime: 1h 28m