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The Great Political Films: La Grande Illusion

Past Present Future

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This chapter examines the themes and significance of the 1937 film 'La Grande Illusion' by Jean Renoir, focusing on the intricate human relationships that emerge amidst the chaos of war. It highlights the film's melancholic tone and ironic elements, portraying war as an absurd illusion that questions the rationale behind human conflict.

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