Danton (5.8)

Movie · 1931 · 1 h 27 min · Drama, History

This pre-WW II German costume drama chronicles the French Revolution with a particular focus upon Danton, Robespierre, and Marat. It depicts the dramatic downfall and execution of Georges Danton in 1794 at the hands of Maximilien Robespierre. The film also presents an interesting, if not historically inaccurate, portrayal of Louis XVI.

Directed by: Hans Behrendt

Starring Fritz Kortner, Gustaf Gründgens, Lucie Mannheim, Alexander Granach, Gustav von Wangenheim, Werner Schott, Hermann Speelmans, Georg John, Ernst Stahl-Nachbaur, Walter Werner

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