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The Screen Illusion (2010): Cast

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The Screen Illusion is a 2010 comedy directed by Mathieu Amalric, starring Hervé Pierre as Alcandre, Alain Lenglet and Loïc Corbery. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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The Screen Illusion (2010) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Mathieu Amalric
Genre
Comedy
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Screen Illusion About?

The premise of The Screen Illusion without spoilers.

A modern reinterpretation of Pierre Corneille’s 17th‑century play places the mysterious Alcandre as a hotel concierge who monitors the building’s high‑tech cameras to reveal to the anxious father Pridamant his son Clindor’s movements and tangled love affairs. Set in present‑day Paris, the film highlights the uncertain interplay of love, wealth and desire amid contemporary consumer culture.

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Cast & crew

The Screen Illusion Cast & Characters

Hervé Pierre leads the cast as Alcandre, with Alain Lenglet as Pridamant and Loïc Corbery as Clindor. Directed by Mathieu Amalric; 8 actors are credited in all.

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More from Mathieu Amalric

More films directed by Mathieu Amalric: Zorn III (2018 – 2022), Zorn II (2016 – 2018), Zorn I (2010 – 2016) and C’est presque au bout du monde.

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The Screen Illusion FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Screen Illusion, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Screen Illusion?

The Screen Illusion runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was The Screen Illusion released?

The Screen Illusion was released on December 10, 2010.

Who directed The Screen Illusion?

The Screen Illusion was directed by Mathieu Amalric.

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Who is in the cast of The Screen Illusion?

The Screen Illusion stars Hervé Pierre as Alcandre, Alain Lenglet as Pridamant and Loïc Corbery as Clindor, among 8 credited actors.

Does The Screen Illusion have a post-credit scene?

No. The Screen Illusion has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Screen Illusion in?

The original language of The Screen Illusion is French.

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