A group of cellmates plan a jailbreak by escaping through the prison's sewer system, but their plans could be potentially foiled by a newcomer who may turn them in.
The actors, none of whom are familiar, play their roles with such simple, natural force that they become not only bold adventurers but also deeply appreciable friends.
Usando a trama como subterfúgio para uma ácida análise social, Becker transformou este seu último trabalho em um filme tenso, inteligente e fascinante, despedindo-se com uma verdadeira obra-prima.
becker's final film and it's fantastic. every bit as good and a great counterpoint to bresson's masterpiece, a man escaped. completely nerve wracking
January 8, 2009
Stella Dallas
Super Reviewer
Five men propose themselves to start one of the most demanding and yearning tasks for any person in their condition: a flawless prison break.Jacques Becker's relatively premature swansong is a riveting story of amazing simplicity and precision.The suspense displayed is unbearably tense and involving.An overlooked gem
embedded by hope and camaraderie, with topnotch direction and performances.
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