Question 1

What literary work is the film based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on the novel 'Les oliviers de la justice' by Jean Pelegri, published by Gallimard in 1959.

Question 2

Which festival featured the film in 1962?

Accepted Answer

The film was presented at the Cannes Film Festival in 1962.

Question 3

What award did the film win at Cannes?

Accepted Answer

It won the Prix de la Société des Écrivains de Cinéma et de Télévision at the 1962 Cannes Festival.

Question 4

Who plays the role of Jean's father?

Accepted Answer

Jean Pélégri, who also wrote the novel and co-wrote the screenplay, plays Jean's Father.

Question 5

What conflict is central to the story?

Accepted Answer

The son of a French colonialist returns to Algeria during the Algerian fight for independence, confronting memories and problems related to the war.

The Olive Trees of Justice

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