Question 1

Which actress was originally cast as Irène before Sabine Azéma?

Accepted Answer

The part of Irène was originally for Fanny Ardant, but she declined due to pregnancy. Bertrand Tavernier then considered Catherine Deneuve, but she had co-starred often with Philippe Noiret, so the role went to Sabine Azéma.

Question 2

What novel inspired 'Life and Nothing But'?

Accepted Answer

The film was inspired by Ismail Kadare's novel 'The General of the Dead Army', though with a loose interpretation. Tavernier sets the action in 1920s France and focuses on the search for soldiers missing after World War I.

Question 3

When does the film take place?

Accepted Answer

The film takes place in January 1920.

Question 4

Which major film festivals featured 'Life and Nothing But' in 1989?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the New York Film Festival, Vancouver International Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, and Venice Film Festival in 1989.

Question 5

Who plays Major Dellaplane and Irène de Courtil?

Accepted Answer

Philippe Noiret plays Major Dellaplane, and Sabine Azéma plays Irène de Courtil.

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