Film: Papillon (1973)

How can there not be a thread on this already? I loved this film. Steve McQueen as a wrongfully imprisoned man with his never ending attempts at escape, his repeated capture, and the struggle of this man to be free. Yes, I know it sounds like a lot of other films, but this was truly an enjoyable watch - one of those films I just HAD to go buy (and there aren't many of those). You also have a young Dustin Hoffman in a supporting role. The film is set in French Guiana, South America during the 1930's.

Doctor: [Briefly examining Dega in a prefunctory manner] You're fine. NEXT!
Dega: [Walking away] Must be better than I feel.
Doctor: [Briefly examining Papillon] You're in wonderful shape.
Papillon: How do you fail an examination like this?
Doctor: NEXT!

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[Papillon is contemplating a daring leap from a cliff to escape]
Dega: [the plan] It seems so desperate. You think it will work?
Papillon: Does it matter?

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Papillon: [to Dega] Me they can kill... You they own!

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..tsk, seems imdb says there is supposed to be a remake in 2010 It'll suck.


Anyone else see the original and like it as much as I did?

[Sticks head out cubby hole]

"How do I look?"

I Papillon. Really fantastic acting, story, character development etc. The pace is great and I feel completely immersed in it. One of those I can watch over and over again.

Yep yep one of my favourite Steve McQueen films I haven't seen it for a good decade.... might have to track down a copy...

My god, I've never even heard of this movie, and after Amy said she loved it, I think I'll love it too

^ OMG! I'm surprised you haven't seen this classic. Do tell me know what you think love.

rate this film plz.

I remember watching this when I was a kid, maybe when I was 11 or something. I remember liking it. Gotta go find the DVD.