Le Puits 2002
In Gabriel Le Bomin's gripping 2002 war drama *Le Puits (2002)*, the fragile threads of peace are instantly severed as Europe plunges into conflict in August 1914.
Director: Gabriel Le Bomin
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Puits (2002) about?
Set during World War I, *Le Puits* follows Louis, a Corsican villager conscripted into the French army. As a stretcher-bearer, he risks his life to save the wounded, but his most perilous task forces him into no-man's-land to retrieve water from a contested well.
Who directed Le Puits?
Gabriel Le Bomin directed *Le Puits*, crafting a visually striking and emotionally intense portrayal of war's human toll.
Who stars in Le Puits?
The film features Pierre-Loup Rajot as Louis, alongside Richard Sammel, Eric Bonicatto, Jean-François Garreaud, and Guy Cimino in pivotal roles.
Is Le Puits (2002) worth watching?
*Le Puits* is a short but powerful war drama that stands out for its gripping atmosphere and poignant narrative. While unrated on IMDb, its raw intensity and focus on human resilience make it a compelling watch for fans of historical dramas.
How long is Le Puits?
*Le Puits* runs for 19 minutes.
About Le Puits (2002) — A Trench Drama of Courage and Sacrifice
In Gabriel Le Bomin's gripping 2002 war drama *Le Puits (2002)*, the fragile threads of peace are instantly severed as Europe plunges into conflict in August 1914. Pierre-Loup Rajot stars as Louis, a Corsican villager torn from his wife Marie and sent to the brutal frontlines near the Marne. Assigned the harrowing duty of a stretcher-bearer, he navigates the bloodied chaos of no-man's-land under the cover of night, risking everything to rescue the wounded.
When a dire thirst grips the trenches, Louis volunteers for a perilous mission—to retrieve water from a well perilously positioned between French and German lines. As he ventures into the contested darkness, the film transforms into a haunting meditation on courage, isolation, and the absurd fragility of human life amid the machinery of war. With stark realism and emotional depth, *Le Puits* captures a fleeting moment of hope in the heart of devastation, where survival itself feels like an act of defiance.