A Man is Dead (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2018, A Man is Dead is a drama, animation, history and documentary film directed by Olivier Cossu, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. Brest, 1950. The war ended five years ago and nothing remains of the city. Massive bombings and intense fighting lasting more than a month turned the city, its docks, its arsenal, into ashes. Thousands of workers will build it up again, brick by brick. But with awful work conditions protests quickly arise and a strike begins. Violent confrontations happen during manifestations. Until one man falls. The next day René Vautier lands at Brest clandestinely to make a movie about the movement.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, A Man is Dead has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Man is Dead page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Man is Dead tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Man is Dead (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Man is Dead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Man is Dead worth watching?
- A Man is Dead holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, animation, history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was A Man is Dead released?
- A Man is Dead was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.