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Directed by Christian Faure, The Law leans on a strong ensemble — Emmanuelle Devos, Lionel Abelanski, Lorànt Deutsch — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about history titles of 2014.
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