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Mandrin (1962)
Director: Jean-Paul Le Chanois
Cast: Georges Rivière, Silvia Monfort, Jeanne Valérie, Georges Wilson
5.5Runtime104 min
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It was the reign of Louis XV and, in 1750, France was at war all the time, and the people, suffocated by taxes, liked their beloved Louis less and less. When the governor of Dauphiné arrived in Saint-Étienne-de-Saint-Geoirs, he had to deal with opponents of the regime who had gathered around cooper Louis Mandrin. Mandrin becomes the vigilante who respects his king, but does not tolerate the oppression of the poor through taxation.
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While not a critically acclaimed film, Mandrin (1962) directed by Jean-Paul Le Chanois has received a mixed reception from audiences, earning a 5.5/10 rating on IMDb. The film is a historical adventure drama set during the reign of Louis XV in 18th century France, following a cooper named Louis Mandrin who becomes a vigilante against the oppressive tax system.
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Fans of historical adventures and dramas will enjoy Mandrin, the 1962 film directed by Jean-Paul Le Chanois. Its blend of action, political intrigue, and social commentary creates a compelling portrait of a Robin Hood-like figure who resists the oppression of the poor during the reign of Louis XV in 18th century France.
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Mandrin is a 1962 French-Italian historical adventure film directed by Jean-Paul Le Chanois and starring Georges Rivière, Silvia Monfort, Jeanne Valérie and Dany Robin. It is based on the life of the celebrated smuggler and brigand Louis Mandrin who operated during the reign of Louis XV.
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