The Confession (1970)
Original title: L'Aveu
The Confession is a 1970 French-language drama movie directed by Costa-Gavras, with a running time of 2h 19m. It stars Yves Montand, Simone Signoret and Gabriele Ferzetti.
In 1950s communist Czechoslovakia, a government minister, a war veteran long a loyal party man, leads a relatively comfortable life with his wife. However, he soon finds himself under surveillance, then under arrest. Unclear what his offense is, agents for the totalitarian regime interrogate and torture him, aiming to use their unending power to gain a false confession for these supposed crimes against the state.
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What is The Confession about?
In 1950s communist Czechoslovakia, a government minister, a war veteran long a loyal party man, leads a relatively comfortable life with his wife. However, he soon finds himself under surveillance, then under arrest. Unclear what his offense is, agents for the totalitarian regime interrogate and torture him, aiming to use their unending power to gain a false confession for these supposed crimes against the state.
When was The Confession released?
The Confession was released on 29 April 1970.
How long is The Confession?
The Confession runs 2h 19m.
Who made The Confession?
The Confession was directed by Costa-Gavras.
Where can I watch The Confession?
The Confession is available on Kanopy, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Confession
Watch free: Kanopy
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Cast
- Yves Montand as Gérard
- Simone Signoret as Lise
- Gabriele Ferzetti as Kohoutek
- Michel Vitold as Smola
- Jean Bouise as Boss of Factory
- Michel Beaune as Lawyer
- Jacques Rispal as Former Secretary
- Antoine Vitez as Communist Friend
- Michel Robin as Attorney General
- László Szabó as Secret Policeman
- Guy Mairesse as Doctor
- Marc Eyraud as Politician