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Le Déshonneur d'Elisabeth Campbell

Original title: The General's Daughter
  • 1999
  • 12
  • 1h 56m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
67K
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John Travolta and Madeleine Stowe in Le Déshonneur d'Elisabeth Campbell (1999)
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Political ThrillerCrimeDramaMysteryThriller

When the daughter of a well-known and well-respected base commander is murdered, an undercover detective is summoned to look into the matter and finds a slew of cover-ups at West Point.When the daughter of a well-known and well-respected base commander is murdered, an undercover detective is summoned to look into the matter and finds a slew of cover-ups at West Point.When the daughter of a well-known and well-respected base commander is murdered, an undercover detective is summoned to look into the matter and finds a slew of cover-ups at West Point.

  • Director
    • Simon West
  • Writers
    • Nelson DeMille
    • Christopher Bertolini
    • William Goldman
  • Stars
    • John Travolta
    • Madeleine Stowe
    • James Cromwell
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.4/10
    67K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    4,720
    854
    • Director
      • Simon West
    • Writers
      • Nelson DeMille
      • Christopher Bertolini
      • William Goldman
    • Stars
      • John Travolta
      • Madeleine Stowe
      • James Cromwell
    • 319User reviews
    • 93Critic reviews
    • 47Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 5 nominations total

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    John Travolta
    John Travolta
    • Paul Brenner
    Madeleine Stowe
    Madeleine Stowe
    • Sara Sunhill
    James Cromwell
    James Cromwell
    • General Campbell
    Timothy Hutton
    Timothy Hutton
    • Colonel Kent
    Leslie Stefanson
    Leslie Stefanson
    • Elisabeth Campbell
    Daniel von Bargen
    Daniel von Bargen
    • Chief Yardley
    Clarence Williams III
    Clarence Williams III
    • Colonel Fowler
    James Woods
    James Woods
    • Colonel Moore
    Peter Weireter
    Peter Weireter
    • Belling
    Mark Boone Junior
    Mark Boone Junior
    • Elkins
    John Beasley
    John Beasley
    • Colonel Slesinger
    Boyd Kestner
    Boyd Kestner
    • Captain Elby
    Brad Beyer
    Brad Beyer
    • Bransford
    John Benjamin Hickey
    John Benjamin Hickey
    • Captain Goodson
    Rick Dial
    • Cal Seivers
    Ariyan A. Johnson
    Ariyan A. Johnson
    • PFC Robbin
    • (as Ariyan Johnson)
    John Frankenheimer
    John Frankenheimer
    • General Sonnenberg
    Katrina vanden Heuvel
    • CNN Anchor
    • Director
      • Simon West
    • Writers
      • Nelson DeMille
      • Christopher Bertolini
      • William Goldman
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    User reviews319

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    7refinedsugar

    The Deepest Cut

    'The General's Daughter' got a fair bit of flack from professional movie critics in it's day, but I think a lot of it was unwarranted. Sure it's a glossy Hollywood pic with an established director in Simon West and a treasure trove of a cast headlined by John Travolta & Madeleine Stowe, but it's also a crackerjack mystery with fine pacing, editing. The military element gets put to good use delivering equal parts shock & awe. My only complaint is I can't go back in time and have the surprises, reveal hit the same way like it did the first time.

    CWO Paul Brenner (Travolta) a CID MP is on assignment at a military base in Georgia when Cpt. Elisabeth Campbell (Stefanson) is found dead in what appears to be a grisly rape/murder scene. Joined by WO1 Sarah Sunhill (Stowe) to whom he has a complicated past, they're now tasked with finding who's responsible & giving justice to her father LTG Joe Campbell (Cromwell). However for every shred of evidence they gain, another suspect comes to light. What seems simple one moment isn't the next until every secret is revealed, no truth is left unturned.

    I have no issue if anyone - critic or otherwise - feel the plot is a bit over the top / relying too heavily on conspiracy, lies. However unless I've zoned out every time I've watched it ... it all makes sense. No wtfs, no huge gapping holes to the story. The journey is a fine one start to end, slick and entertaining with some characters that really rise above. No it's not perfection, but it's also not a bad trip like some want you to believe. Travolta fans in particular will be impressed and he gets some real zingers for lines.

    It also goes without saying I'm a sucker for big casts full of faces. That alone doesn't make a movie great, but when they're given good dialog it ups the ante. Timothy Hutton, James Cromwell, Clarence Williams III, James Woods, Boyd Kestner & Leslie Stefanson as the titular daughter. Cromwell, Williams stand out, but Woods gives a masterclass in subtle efficient acting and tangos well with Travolta in limited screen time. The requisite bursts of action or fisticuffs are here of course and a joy too.

    Some who serve in the US military (past or present) or their relatives take offense when movies don't portray it in a positive light, get lingo, uniforms, procedure wrong. However if you're willing to let things slide, tune in for entertainment and don't need movies to fulfill your idea of reality 'The General's Daughter' delivers where it counts & as intended. Never once did it's dramatic license bore or lose me along the way and the musical score is worth a mention as well. Recommended.
    8abhinav-prkash

    Hugely Underrated Movie

    I can't believe this movie is rated only 6.3 on IMDb. In the mystery and crime genre alone I would personally rate it at same level as as Vertigo and Pscycho. It's direction, acting and plot are all top notch, cutting deep in your mind and psych. This is one of those movies that draws viewers in and doesn't leave them even after it ends. Some people say that its end is a little hammy, but by the time it reaches there, the movie has already done a stellar work. In my opinion it is also one of the best acting performances by John Travolta. And the supporting ensemble is equally good. This is one of them movies that deserves to be part of every collection.
    7mjw2305

    Disturbing Thriller

    A beautiful army officer is murdered in compromising circumstances that the fort MacCallum officials would rather keep quite. John Travolta and Madeleine Stowe are the investigators into the murder, and it's seems that someone wants to keep the truth hidden.

    Travolta and Stowe both capture the necessary elements of their characters and they are well supported by James Cromwell, Timothy Hutton, Clarence Williams II and James Woods.

    This suspenseful mystery thriller delivers the disturbing truths of the story very well, it does have its flaws, but they are largely forgivable due to the captivating delivery and direction.

    7/10
    7ccthemovieman-1

    Lots Of Pluses and Minuses, But Entertaining

    This was an excellent drama marred only by a little too much profanity and the normal Hollywood obsession of portraying the United States military as corrupt. (I have a news flash for filmmakers: there are some honest men in the military....really!!!) Feminism in the armed forces is another "agenda" item in this film.

    There are many pluses, however, with this movie that should be noted. . The acting is excellent with a deep cast featuring John Travolta, James Cromwell, Madeline Stowe, Timothy Hutton, James Woods, Clarence Williams III, Leslie Stefanson and more.

    I loved the dialog between Travola and Woods. It reminded me of the film noir films of the 1940s. The general's daughter, Stephanson, is a bit hard-edged in here but it's understandable when you find out why she acts the way she does. The characters the actors are all interesting and the story hooks you in right away. The cinematography is great. This looks stunning on DVD.

    There are no lulls in this film and the action isn't overdone, either. Very entertaining.
    7Vic_max

    What happened to the generals daughter at West Point?

    ... that's a central question in this movie. She's been murdered and the key seems to lie in the past. She's the daughter of a prominent general who's on the fast track to a political career - so resolving the case is a big deal. Travolta and Stowe play the military investigators of the case.

    This is an entertaining movie to watch - mostly because John Travolta is really interesting in his role. His character is fast-thinking, intelligent, focused and probing. The character dialog is really good too. James Woods is also fun to watch as a non-cooperative psi-ops officer.

    The story is pretty faced paced and anyone who likes CSI-types shows, or just plain mystery-type movies should be pleased with this one.

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    • Trivia
      The U.S. Army refused to endorse or have anything to do with the film's production.
    • Goofs
      (at around 1h 50 mins) The 21 gun salute as the casket is loaded onto the C-123 Provider, would have never taken place at that time or place. The 21 gun salute takes place at the funeral in a cemetery.
    • Quotes

      [Brenner finds out from Elby that Elisabeth Campbell isn't close to her father General Campbell]

      Sunhill: What about the General and Captain Campbell? Were they close?

      Capt. Jake Elby: No.

      Brenner: Why not?

      Capt. Jake Elby: I don't know. You like your dad?

      Brenner: My dad was a drunk, a gambler, and a womanizer. I worshipped him.

    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: Tarzan/Desert Blue/The General's Daughter/Run Lola Run (1999)
    • Soundtracks
      She Began to Lie (Sea Lion Woman)
      Traditional

      Performed by Christine Shipp and Katherine Shipp

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • September 29, 1999 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • Germany
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The General's Daughter
    • Filming locations
      • Savannah, Georgia, USA
    • Production companies
      • Paramount Pictures
      • Neufeld Rehme Productions
      • MFP Munich Film Partners GmbH & Company I. Produktions KG
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $95,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $102,705,852
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $22,332,053
      • Jun 20, 1999
    • Gross worldwide
      • $149,705,852
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 56m(116 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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