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The Trial (1962)

โ€œThe Most Remarkable Motion Picture Ever Made!โ€

7.4/10 ยท 591 votes 1h 59m nr DramaCrimeMystery

#19 of 23 films from 1962 #906 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Orson Welles ยท Written by Orson Welles, Franz Kafka

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Overview

Arrested for an unnamed crime, Josef K. is trapped in a surreal bureaucratic maze where justice is unknowable and guilt is assumed.

Cast

Anthony Perkinsas Josef K.
Jeanne Moreauas Marika Burstner
Romy Schneideras Leni
Orson Wellesas Albert Hastler
Akim Tamiroffas Bloch
Elsa Martinellias Hilda
Suzanne Flonas Miss Pittl
Madeleine Robinsonas Mrs. Grubach
Max Haufleras Uncle Max
Max Buchsbaumas Examining Magistrate
Arnoldo Foร as Inspector A
Jess Hahnas Assistant Inspector #2
Billy Kearnsas Assistant Inspector #1
Maurice Teynacas Deputy Manager

Facts

Release dateAugust 25, 1962
Runtime119 min (1h 59m) โ€” about the same as the 1962 average of 117 min
GenresDrama, Crime, Mystery
Original titleLe Procรจs
LanguageEN
Budget$1,300,000
Box office$94,243 (0.1ร— budget)
IMDbtt0057427

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Questions

How long is The Trial?
The Trial runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Is The Trial worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 591 votes, which places it #19 of 23 films released in 1962 in this index (top 22%) and #906 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Trial?
The Trial was directed by Orson Welles. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Citizen Kane (1941), Touch of Evil (1958), The Lady from Shanghai (1947).
Who stars in The Trial?
Anthony Perkins as Josef K.; Jeanne Moreau as Marika Burstner; Romy Schneider as Leni; Orson Welles as Albert Hastler; Akim Tamiroff as Bloch; Elsa Martinelli as Hilda.
What is The Trial rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Trial?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/5326.

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