The Lorry (1977): Cast
The Lorry is a 1977 romantic drama starring Marguerite Duras as elle and Gérard Depardieu. It runs 1 hour 16 minutes.
French What Is The Lorry About?
The premise of The Lorry without spoilers.
In this talky work, director Marguerite Duras and actor Gérard Depardieu sit before the camera and read a screenplay aloud. No action or location shots appear; the only visuals are the two of them. The script depicts a blank‑slate female hitchhiker meeting a communist truck driver, while Duras interjects with bitter commentary on the failure of communist ideals and the unlikely promise of revolution.
The Lorry Themes & Keywords
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The Lorry Cast & Characters
Marguerite Duras leads the cast as elle, with Gérard Depardieu as lui.
- Marguerite Duras as elle
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Gérard Depardieu as lui
The Lorry Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “The Truck” and “Der Lastwagen”.
- Also known as
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- The Truck
- Der Lastwagen
- 卡车
- 트럭
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The Lorry FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Lorry, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Lorry?
The Lorry runs 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).
When was The Lorry released?
The Lorry was released on May 27, 1977.
Who is in the cast of The Lorry?
The Lorry stars Marguerite Duras as elle and Gérard Depardieu as lui.
Does The Lorry have a post-credit scene?
No. The Lorry has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Lorry in?
The original language of The Lorry is French.
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