Rebellion (2011)
Original title: L'Ordre et la Morale
Rebellion is a 2011 French-language drama movie directed by Mathieu Kassovitz, with a running time of 2h 16m. It stars Mathieu Kassovitz, Iabe Lapacas and Malik Zidi.
April 1988, Ouvéa Island, New Caledonia. 30 gendarmes are taken hostage by a group of Kanak freedom fighters. 300 soldiers are sent from France to re-establish order. 2 men confront each other: Philippe Legorjus, chief of the terrorist squad, and Alphonse Dianou, head of the kidnappers. Through their shared values, they will attempt to make discussion triumph. But, in the middle of a presidential election, when the stakes are political, order isn't always dictated by morality. A violent and troubling epic that marks the return of Mathieu Kassovitz in front and behind the camera.
Quick answers
What is Rebellion about?
April 1988, Ouvéa Island, New Caledonia. 30 gendarmes are taken hostage by a group of Kanak freedom fighters. 300 soldiers are sent from France to re-establish order. 2 men confront each other: Philippe Legorjus, chief of the terrorist squad, and Alphonse Dianou, head of the kidnappers. Through their shared values, they will attempt to make discussion triumph. But, in the middle of a presidential election, when the stakes are political, order isn't always dictated by morality. A violent and troubling epic that marks the return of Mathieu Kassovitz in front and behind the camera.
When was Rebellion released?
Rebellion was released on 16 November 2011.
How long is Rebellion?
Rebellion runs 2h 16m.
Who made Rebellion?
Rebellion was directed by Mathieu Kassovitz.
Where can I watch Rebellion?
Rebellion is available on Kanopy.
Where to watch Rebellion
Watch free: Kanopy
Cast
- Mathieu Kassovitz as Philippe Legorjus
- Iabe Lapacas as Alphonse Dianou
- Malik Zidi as JP Perrot
- Alexandre Steiger as Jean Bianconi
- Daniel Martin as Bernard Pons
- Philippe Torreton as Christian Prouteau
- Sylvie Testud as Chantal Legorjus
- Jean-Philippe Puymartin as Général de Gendarmerie Jérôme
- Steeve Une as Samy
- Patrick Fierry as Colonel de l'armée Dubut
- Philippe de Jacquelin Dulphé as Général de brigade Vidal
- Stefan Godin as Lieutenant Colonel de Gendarmerie Benson