Dreyfus Put in Irons (1899): cast, story & where to watch
1899 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1899, Dreyfus Put in Irons is a notable film directed by Georges Méliès.
What it’s about. Showing the interior view of the hut in which Dreyfus is confined. The scene takes place at night, showing the moon through the window of the cell. Two guards stealthily approach the cot upon which Dreyfus is sleeping. They awake him and read to him the order from the French minister–M. Lebon–to put him into irons, which they proceed at once to accomplish. Dreyfus vigorously protests against this treatment, which protests, however, fall on deaf ears. The chief sergeant and guards before leaving the hut, inspect the four corners of same by means of a lantern.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Dreyfus Put in Irons has proved divisive with audiences.
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- Where can I watch Dreyfus Put in Irons (1899)?
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- Is Dreyfus Put in Irons worth watching?
- Dreyfus Put in Irons holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Dreyfus Put in Irons released?
- Dreyfus Put in Irons was released in 1899.