The Life of Emile Zola
He'll hold you in silence as deep as your emotions!
1937 NR 1h 56m
A fictionalized account of famous French writer Émile Zola and his involvement in the Dreyfus Affair. After struggling to establish himself, Zola wins success documenting the unsavory side of Paris and settles into a comfortable upper-class life. However, his complacency is shaken when Jewish officer Alfred Dreyfus is imprisoned for espionage. Realizing that Dreyfus is an innocent victim of anti-Semitism, Zola boldly pens an exposé, only to be charged with libel and now he must defend himself in a dramatic courtroom testimony.
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| Original title | The Life of Emile Zola |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 2, 1937 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | EN |
| Country | United States of America |
| Certification (US) | NR |
| Keywords | biography, writer, 19th century, historical figure, black and white, devil's island, scandal, miscarriage of justice, dreyfus affair |
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What is The Life of Emile Zola about?
A fictionalized account of famous French writer Émile Zola and his involvement in the Dreyfus Affair. After struggling to establish himself, Zola wins success documenting the unsavory side of Paris and settles into a comfortable upper-class life. However, his complacency is shaken when Jewish officer Alfred Dreyfus is imprisoned for espionage. Realizing that Dreyfus is an innocent victim of anti-Semitism, Zola boldly pens an exposé, only to be charged with libel and now he must defend himself in a dramatic courtroom testimony.
When was The Life of Emile Zola released?
The Life of Emile Zola was released on Oct 2, 1937 (status: Released).
Who directed The Life of Emile Zola?
William Dieterle directed The Life of Emile Zola.
What is the TMDB rating of The Life of Emile Zola?
The Life of Emile Zola has a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 from 161 votes.