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The Human Beast

Based on the classic Émile Zola novel, Jean Renoir's La bête humaine was one of the legendary director's greatest popular successes—and earned star Jean Gabin a permanent place in the hearts of his countrymen. Part poetic realism, part film noir, the film is a hard-boiled and suspenseful journey into the tormented psyche of a workingman.

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Cast & Crew See All

Jean Gabin
Jacques Lantier
Julien Carette
Pecqueux
Simone Simon
Séverine Roubaud

Awards

  • 1939 - Mussolini Cup - Best Foreign Film - nominated
  • 1940 - Photoplay Award - Best Pictures of the Month (June) - winner
  • 1940 - Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (June) - winner

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