Review of Lacombe, Lucien (1974) by Augustine H — 13 Jan 2013
This is a movie about life during war as it is. No heroics, no charm. The movie is about an unsophisticated kid from country side who takes full advantage of the war. Initially Lucien tries to join the resistance but he is denied as there are many more like him.
On being refused he joins Gestapo and thoroughly enjoys all the benefits associated with it. He blackmails a Jew tailor and seduces his beautiful daughter. Every frame of the movie shows only two things: Lucien's selfishness and his innocence.
In spite of being with the Gestapo he is no thug. He doesn't understand all the complexities. He wants to fight and also enjoy all the benefits that comes from being part of the German police.
This review of Lacombe, Lucien (1974) was written by Augustine H on 13 Jan 2013.
Lacombe, Lucien has generally received very positive reviews.
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