5.5The Song of Roland · 1978
The Song of Roland (1978) is a Drama / Adventure / History film directed by Frank Cassenti, starring Klaus Kinski, Alain Cuny, Dominique Sanda.
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5.5Overview
Roland des Roncesvalles is a legendary knight from the age of chivalry in France. In the 11th-century epic La Chanson de Roland, he is depicted as a key figure in halting the advance of the Arabs into France. In this story, the 10th-century legend is staged by a group of 12th-century pilgrims using the 11th-century poem. Their acting is interrupted by a violent peasant uprising, which kills many of the pilgrims. However, one of the survivors, is converted to the peasant cause and later speaks out in favor of more just treatment for the downtrodden.
Cast
Klaus Kinski, Alain Cuny, Dominique Sanda, Pierre Clémenti, Jean-Pierre Kalfon, Monique Mercure, Niels Arestrup, Serge Merlin
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What is "The Song of Roland" about?
Roland des Roncesvalles is a legendary knight from the age of chivalry in France. In the 11th-century epic La Chanson de Roland, he is depicted as a key figure in halting the advance of the Arabs into France. In this story, the 10th-century legend is staged by a group of 12th-century pilgrims using the 11th-century poem. Their acting is interrupted by a violent peasant uprising, which kills many of the pilgrims. However, one of the survivors, is converted to the peasant cause and later speaks out in favor of more just treatment for the downtrodden.
When was "The Song of Roland" released?
The Song of Roland was released in 1978.
Who stars in "The Song of Roland"?
The cast includes Klaus Kinski, Alain Cuny, Dominique Sanda, Pierre Clémenti.
