The Rebel, Louise Michel (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 2010, The Rebel, Louise Michel is a drama and history film directed by Sólveig Anspach, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. A fiercely active Communard, Louise Michel is condemned for taking arms against Bismarck. Along with thousands of other revolutionaries, she is deported to New Caledonia, whilst, back in Paris, a young parliamentarian Georges Clemenceau campaigns for a truce with the Communards. During her exile, Louise Michel becomes a teacher and wins the admiration of the other deportees, inspiring them to rise up against the colonial order…

Who’s in it. The Rebel, Louise Michel stars Sylvie Testud as Louise Michel, Nathalie Boutefeu as Nathalie Lemel, Alexandre Steiger as Charles Malato and Bernard Blancan as Henri Rochefort, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Rebel, Louise Michel 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 The Rebel, Louise Michel page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Rebel, Louise Michel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Rebel, Louise Michel (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rebel, Louise Michel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Rebel, Louise Michel worth watching?
The Rebel, Louise Michel holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Rebel, Louise Michel?
The Rebel, Louise Michel stars Sylvie Testud, Nathalie Boutefeu, Alexandre Steiger, Bernard Blancan and Augustin Watreng.
When was The Rebel, Louise Michel released?
The Rebel, Louise Michel was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.