Papillon

2017 • Drama • R

Henri “Papillon” Charrière, a safecracker from the Parisian underworld, is wrongfully convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in the penal colony of French Guiana, where he forges a strong friendship with Louis Dega, a counterfeiter who needs his protection.

Runtime: 2h 14m

Dive into the riveting and authentic world of Henri Charrière’s autobiographical novels, 'Papillon' and 'Banco'. Unlike the films based on them, these books provide an unfiltered window into Charrière's harrowing experiences and indomitable will to survive in the notorious French penal system. Charrière's storytelling is as gripping as it is real, crafted with a sincerity and intensity that only someone who has truly lived through such trials can convey. Beyond the thrill of escape and adventure, Charrière's narratives explore profound themes of resilience, friendship, and the human spirit's quest for freedom. Reading his tales allows for a deeper connection to the vivid characters and their gripping circumstances, presented in Charrière's own voice. Step into Charrière's shoes and experience his saga in its full depth, detail, and authenticity—something no cinematic adaptation can completely capture.