directed by: Franklin J. Schaffner, year: 1973
actors: Steve McQueen, Dustin Hoffman, Victor Jory

Papillon is a gripping drama that chronicles the harrowing experience of Henri 'Papillon' Charrière, a petty criminal wrongly convicted of murder in 1930s France. Sentenced to life imprisonment in the notorious Devil's Island penal colony, Papillon becomes determined to escape. With the help of fellow inmate Louis Dega, he embarks on a relentless quest for freedom, enduring years of brutal conditions, isolation, and torture. The film explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the unyielding human spirit.

Drama, Thriller, Prison Break, Escape, Classic