Plot Summary
When a famous American film director, Rudolph Grichenberg, comes to Paris to cast a Yiddish version of 'The Merchant of Venice,' Maurice Kurtz and his friends try out for the role of Shylock. Thinking he has finally been cast in an important film role after years of obscurity, Maurice rushes home to tell his beloved wife, Perla. Later, Maurice discovers the part has gone to a famous American star, but he must play the role of his life to be sure Perla, who has become very ill with cancer, doesn't find out.
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Director & Crew
Steve Suissa
Director
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The Great Role was directed by Steve Suissa and released in 2004.
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The Great Role has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 2004-10-13
- Status
- Released