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Man Wants to Live

Les hommes veulent vivre

Drama
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1961-11-06
1h 50m
FR
Released
SNC

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Professor Chardin has just killed a man. Before calling the police to turn himself in, he burns some leaves and a notebook in the fireplace. Secret agents in the street with listening devices flee when the police arrive. The professor refuses to be defended by a lawyer and to explain himself, but his friend Professor Carter and his wife come to his support and he agrees to explain his crime of inventing the H-bomb, the secret of which was stolen from him by his collaborator Rossi at the very moment when he had given up his research, convinced by Albert Einstein's pacifist plea and other personal circumstances.

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Stream Man Wants to Live online free in HD on CineFlixo. A highly acclaimed drama movie originally produced in Francés and released in 1961, it's earned a solid 10.0/10 from 1 viewers worldwide.

About Man Wants to Live

Professor Chardin has just killed a man. Before calling the police to turn himself in, he burns some leaves and a notebook in the fireplace. Secret agents in the street with listening devices flee when the police arrive. The professor refuses to be defended by a lawyer and to explain himself, but his friend Professor Carter and his wife come to his support and he agrees to explain his crime of inventing the H-bomb, the secret of which was stolen from him by his collaborator Rossi at the very moment when he had given up his research, convinced by Albert Einstein's pacifist plea and other personal circumstances. Running 110 minutes.

Man Wants to Live Cast and Characters

The cast features Yves Massard (as Yves Chardin), Jacqueline Huet (as Mme Chardin), John Justin (as Carter), Claudio Gora (as Rossi), and Emilio Carrer. Their performances are a major reason Man Wants to Live has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Man Wants to Live

There's a reason Man Wants to Live keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Francés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Man Wants to Live?

Man Wants to Live runs for 110 minutes (about 1.8 hours).

Is Man Wants to Live good? What's the rating?

Man Wants to Live holds a 10.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Man Wants to Live?

The main cast includes Yves Massard, Jacqueline Huet, John Justin, and Claudio Gora, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Man Wants to Live available in Francés?

Yes — Man Wants to Live was originally produced in Francés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Man Wants to Live released?

Man Wants to Live was released in 1961.

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Where can I watch Man Wants to Live for free?

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What is Man Wants to Live about?

Man Wants to Live is a Drama film. Professor Chardin has just killed a man. Before calling the police to turn himself in, he burns some leaves and a notebook in the fireplace. Secret agents in the street with listening devices flee when the police arrive. The professor refuses to be defended by a lawyer and to explain himself, but his friend Professor Carter and his wife come to his support and he agrees to explain his crime of inventing the H-bomb, the secret of which was stolen from him by his collaborator Rossi at the very moment when he had given up his research, convinced by Albert Einstein's pacifist plea and other personal circumstances.

When was Man Wants to Live released?

Man Wants to Live was released on November 6, 1961. It has a runtime of 1h 50m. The film was produced by SNC.

Who stars in Man Wants to Live?

Man Wants to Live stars Yves Massard, Jacqueline Huet, John Justin and Claudio Gora. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Man Wants to Live available in HD?

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