Triple entente
Triple entente

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Triple entente

1915
Movie
21 min
French

Short romantic comedy starring Musidora as a capricious woman.

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Director: Lucien NonguetGenres: War, History

Plot Summary

This silent film depicts the historical events leading up to and during the early stages of World War I, focusing on the diplomatic and military alliances that formed the Triple Entente. It illustrates the perceived threats and motivations driving France, Russia, and Great Britain to unite against the Central Powers. The narrative covers key moments of tension and the eventual outbreak of hostilities, portraying the initial efforts of the allied forces.

Critical Reception

As a historical propaganda film from the early days of cinema and World War I, 'Triple Entente' was primarily a tool to rally public support and explain the political landscape. Its critical reception at the time would have been tied to its perceived effectiveness in its patriotic messaging rather than cinematic artistry, which was still developing. Contemporary reviews, if they existed, would likely have focused on its historical accuracy and nationalistic fervor.

What Reviewers Say

  • A significant early example of war propaganda in film.

  • Provides a historical, albeit biased, account of the pre-war alliances.

  • Reflects the nationalistic sentiment of France during World War I.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Triple Entente' from 1915 is unavailable due to the age and nature of the film.

Fun Fact

Lucien Nonguet, the director, was a prolific filmmaker in the early French cinema industry, often working on historical and patriotic themes.

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