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The Mad Emperor

The Mad Emperor

One Feature film more
Production year1938
The Mad Emperor

    Synopsis

    Drunk with power, Czar Paul I of Russia (Harry Baur) becomes not only a detriment to his countrymen, but also a clear and present danger. Pahlen (Pierre Renoir), military governor of St. Petersburg, sadly realizes that the only hope for Russia's salvation is Paul's death. Despite his patriotic motives, Pahlen is accused of murdering the Czar for his own political gain, forcing him to take very extremes measure to prove his loyalty and sincerity.

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    Technical details

    • Type : Feature film
    • Genres : Fiction
    • Sub-genre : Historical, Drama
    • Production language : French
    • Production country : France
    • Original French-language productions : Unspecified
    • Nationality : 100% French (France)
    • Production year : 1938
    • French release : 08/06/1938
    • Runtime : 1 h 37 min
    • Current status : Released
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    • Production formats : 35mm
    • Color type : Black & White
    • Aspect ratio : 1.37
    • Audio format : Mono

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