Plot — What is Before the Deluge about?
The title of this French "reality" drama, which translates to Before the Deluge, is a play on Louis XVI's famous prognostication, "Apres moi, le deluge." Set in 1950, the film concentrates on five Parisian adolescents. Certain that the next war will herald the apocalypse, the youngster make plans to run off to a desert island and set up a new society. This, however, will require money, which is why the boys decide to pull off a "necessary" robbery. Idealism collapses in the face of cold reality, as the five youths suffer from the consequences of their actions. Avant le Deluge was one of a group of films cowritten by director Andre Cayatte and Charles Spaak which endeavored to explore the touchy social issues of the day: others in the Cayatte-Spaak canon include the euthanasia-themed Justice est Faite and the capital-punishment tract Nous sommes tous des assassins.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1954 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | French |
| Runtime | 138 min |
| Audience Score | 66% (6.6/10, 11 votes) |
Before the Deluge — FAQ
Is Before the Deluge worth watching? Before the Deluge holds a 6.6/10 rating from 11 viewers. The title of this French "reality" drama, which translates to Before the Deluge, is a play on Louis XVI's famous prognostication, "Apres moi, le deluge." Set in 1950, the film concentrates on five Parisian adolescents. C
Who directed Before the Deluge? Directed by André Cayatte.
Who is in the cast of Before the Deluge? It stars Antoine Balpêtré, Paul Bisciglia, Bernard Blier, Marina Vlady, Jacques Chabassol, Clément Thierry and more.
Where can I stream Before the Deluge? Streaming availability for Before the Deluge is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Before the Deluge release? It released in 1954.
