The First Man
Originally released in 2011. The First Man is a drama film. directed by Gianni Amelio.
Starring Jacques Gamblin, Maya Sansa, and Catherine Sola
Synopsis
Based on a novel that Albert Camus was working on when he died, we follow Jacques Comery as he travels back to Algeria in 1957, a place full of childhood memories. The country is split between those wanting to remain a part of France, and those demanding independence. Reminiscences of his mother, his stern grandmother and a young Arab boy come flooding back.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 9, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (38 votes)
Box Office
$757K
Worldwide gross
Language
French
Original language
Country
Algeria
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Jacques Gamblin
as Jacques Cormery
Maya Sansa
as Catherine Cormery (1924)
Catherine Sola
as Catherine Cormery (1957)
Denis Podalydès
as Professor Bernard
Ulla Baugué
as Grandma
Nicolas Giraud
as Uncle Étienne (1924)
Nino Jouglet
as Jacques as a child
Abdelkarim Benhabouccha
as Hamoud
Hachemi Abdelmalek
as Aziz
Djamel Hadj Saïd
as Hamoud as a child
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Revenue
- $757,000
Production Companies
- Laïth Média
- Soudaine Compagnie
- Maison de Cinema
- France 3 Cinéma
- Cattleya
- RAI Cinema
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Man about?
Based on a novel that Albert Camus was working on when he died, we follow Jacques Comery as he travels back to Algeria in 1957, a place full of childhood memories. The country is split between thos...
Who directed The First Man?
The First Man was directed by Gianni Amelio.
How long is The First Man?
The First Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The First Man released?
The First Man was released on September 9, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Man?
The main cast of The First Man includes Jacques Gamblin, Maya Sansa, Catherine Sola, Denis Podalydès, Ulla Baugué.