description Pépé le Moko Overview
Pépé le Moko, directed by Julien Duvivier, portrays a gangster’s attempted refuge in Algiers’ Casbah during the 1930s. The film, based on Henri La Barthe's novel, depicts the pursuit of a fugitive who mistakenly believes himself secure from capture. Jacques Krauss designed the sets for this example of French poetic realism.
info Pépé le Moko Specifications
| Country | France |
| Year | 1937 |
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What is Pépé le Moko?
Pépé le Moko, directed by Julien Duvivier, portrays a gangster’s attempted refuge in Algiers’ Casbah during the 1930s. The film, based on Henri La Barthe's novel, depicts the pursuit of a fugitive who mistakenly believes himself secure from capture. Jacques Krauss designed the sets for this example of French poetic realism.
How good is Pépé le Moko?
Pépé le Moko scores 8.53/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Crime Movie category.
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