Imperative (1982): Cast
Imperative is a 1982 drama directed by Krzysztof Zanussi, starring Robert Powell as Augustin, Brigitte Fossey and Leslie Caron. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 42m (102 min)
- Director
- Krzysztof Zanussi
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Telefilm Saar
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Imperative About?
The premise of Imperative without spoilers.
Polish filmmaker Krzysztof Zanussi revisits the clash between intellectual precision and human warmth in his 1982 film. Mathematician Robert Powell senses an emptiness in his exacting life and embarks on a search for philosophical truth, delivering didactic monologues. Performances by Brigitte Fossey and Leslie Caron soften the film’s austere tone.
Imperative Themes & Keywords
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Imperative Cast & Characters
Robert Powell leads the cast as Augustin, with Brigitte Fossey as Yvonne and Leslie Caron as Mother. Directed by Krzysztof Zanussi; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Director Krzysztof Zanussi
- Robert Powell as Augustin
- Brigitte Fossey as Yvonne
- Leslie Caron as Mother
- Zbigniew Zapasiewicz as Psychiatrist
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Imperative Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “L'impératif” and “Imperativo”.
- Also known as
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- L'impératif
- Imperativo
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Imperative FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Imperative, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Imperative?
Imperative runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
When was Imperative released?
Imperative was released on April 1, 1982.
Who directed Imperative?
Imperative was directed by Krzysztof Zanussi.
More films by Krzysztof Zanussi Who is in the cast of Imperative?
Imperative stars Robert Powell as Augustin, Brigitte Fossey as Yvonne and Leslie Caron as Mother, among 6 credited actors.
Does Imperative have a post-credit scene?
No. Imperative has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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