César 1936
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "César" (1936). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1936
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 141 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 13, 1936
- Original language
- FR
- Origin
- France
- Studios
- Les Films Marcel Pagnol
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.6/10 from 82 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~141 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Les Films Marcel Pagnol
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "César" (1936).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, counts, awards, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: César
Release Date: 11/13/1936 (FR)
Genre: Comedy and Drama
Runtime: 2h 21m
Synopsis: Leaping forward twenty years, the trilogy continues with the death of Fanny's husband, Panisse, and the discovery of her secret by her son, Césariot. The young man resolves to track down his biological father, Marius, whose life has been fraught with calamity and poverty.
Source [2] info: Mentions Joseph Losey (but he is associated with Monsieur Klein and Triple-A Plowed Under, not explicitly linked to directing César in the provided text snippet, though the prompt asks for an overview of César. Wait, let me check Source [2] carefully. Source [2] says "His 1976 film Monsieur Klein won... In 1936, he directed Triple-A Plowed Under...". It does not say Joseph Losey directed César. Therefore, I
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is César worth watching?
César holds a community rating of 7.6/10 based on 82 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie César and when was it released?
César is a feature film with a runtime of 141 minutes. It was released in 1936. Release status: Released.
Who directed César?
César was directed by Marcel Pagnol.
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