Le Trou
Poor Gaspard...
1964 NR 2h 12m
Four prison inmates have been hatching a plan to literally dig out of jail when another prisoner, Claude Gaspard, is moved into their cell. They take a risk and share their plan with the newcomer. Over the course of three days, the prisoners and friends break through the concrete floor using a bed post and begin to make their way through the sewer system – yet their escape is anything but assured.
Movie Details
| Original title | Le Trou |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 26, 1964 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | FR |
| Country | France, Italy |
| Certification (US) | NR |
| Keywords | prison, escape, neo-noir, black and white, manhole, tunnel, warden, urination, toothbrush, hourglass |
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What is Le Trou about?
Four prison inmates have been hatching a plan to literally dig out of jail when another prisoner, Claude Gaspard, is moved into their cell. They take a risk and share their plan with the newcomer. Over the course of three days, the prisoners and friends break through the concrete floor using a bed post and begin to make their way through the sewer system – yet their escape is anything but assured.
When was Le Trou released?
Le Trou was released on May 26, 1964 (status: Released).
Who directed Le Trou?
Jacques Becker directed Le Trou.
What is the TMDB rating of Le Trou?
Le Trou has a TMDB rating of 8.2/10 from 601 votes.