Germinal (1993)
Germinal is a 1993 French-language drama movie directed by Claude Berri, with a running time of 2h 40m. It stars Miou-Miou, Renaud and Jean Carmet.
It's mid 19th century, north of France. The story of a coal miner's town. They are exploited by the mine's owner. One day the decide to go on strike, and then the authorities repress them.
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What is Germinal about?
It's mid 19th century, north of France. The story of a coal miner's town. They are exploited by the mine's owner. One day the decide to go on strike, and then the authorities repress them.
When was Germinal released?
Germinal was released on 29 September 1993.
How long is Germinal?
Germinal runs 2h 40m.
Who made Germinal?
Germinal was directed by Claude Berri.
Where can I watch Germinal?
Germinal is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, OVID, Hoopla, Kanopy and Fandango at Home Free.
Where to watch Germinal
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, OVID
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Cast
- Miou-Miou as 'La Maheude'
- Renaud as Étienne Lantier
- Jean Carmet as Vincent Maheu, aka Bonnemort
- Judith Henry as Catherine Maheu
- Jean-Roger Milo as Antoine Chaval
- Gérard Depardieu as Toussaint Maheu
- Laurent Terzieff as Souvarine
- Bernard Fresson as Victor Deneulin
- Jean-Pierre Bisson as Rasseneur
- Jacques Dacqmine as Philippe Hennebeau
- Anny Duperey as Mrs. Hennebeau
- Gérard Croce as Maigrat
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