Le Friquet
Le Friquet

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Le Friquet

1914
Movie
21 min
No Language

Tells the tragic story of a young trapeze artist (Polaire) abandoned and found by a clown when she was a baby.

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Director: Louis FeuilladeGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Le Friquet tells the story of a young, orphaned boy who is taken in by a wealthy family. Despite their initial kindness, the boy struggles to adapt to his new life and faces challenges due to his lower social standing. The narrative explores themes of class, prejudice, and the search for belonging.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from 1914, contemporary critical reception is not well-documented in the way modern films are. However, Louis Feuillade was a prolific and respected director of his era, known for his serials and dramas that often appealed to a broad audience. Films of this period were typically judged on their narrative strength, emotional impact, and technical execution for the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Explores the societal divisions and prejudices of early 20th-century France.

  • Focuses on the personal struggles of an outsider attempting to find his place.

  • A drama reflecting the social concerns of its time through a compelling narrative.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age and limited modern distribution.

Fun Fact

Louis Feuillade was famous for his serial films like 'Fantômas' and 'Les Vampires,' but 'Le Friquet' represents his ability to craft standalone dramatic narratives as well.

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