Le soldat Laforêt (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1972, Le soldat Laforêt is a drama and war film directed by Guy Cavagnac, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. When he gets separated from his unit, Laforet (Roger Van Hool) becomes a de facto deserter during 1939 fighting in the French provinces. Most of the story concerns his love affair with a local farmgirl, as he competes for her affection with a refugee from Spain. When he presses her to make a decision between them, the choice doesn't go in his favor. Soon after this he joins up with the Resistance movement.
Who’s in it. Le soldat Laforêt stars Roger Van Hool as Le soldat Laforêt, Catherine Rouvel as Diane, Francisco Rabal as Paco and Fernand Sardou as Le vagabond, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Le soldat Laforêt has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Le soldat Laforêt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Le soldat Laforêt tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Le soldat Laforêt (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Le soldat Laforêt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Le soldat Laforêt worth watching?
- Le soldat Laforêt holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Le soldat Laforêt?
- Le soldat Laforêt stars Roger Van Hool, Catherine Rouvel, Francisco Rabal, Fernand Sardou and Bernard Haller.