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(1946) Viviane Romance, Michel Simon, Max Dalban, Evile Drain, Guy Favieres. Romance and Dalban are lovers—she would do anything for him, including a stretch in women’s prison for a crime she didn’t commit. When an elderly woman is murdered in the neighborhood (for money), suspicion falls Dalban’s way. Simon, as Dr. Vargas (aka Mr. Hire), has witnessed the crime and has proof of Dalban’s guilt; but he is mesmerized by Romance’s amazing beauty. He warns her to stay away from Dalban, but instead of doing the right thing, she plots with her worthless lover to destroy Vargas and lay the blame on him. This is a brilliant film, with fine performances and a poignant, yet cynical script. It is an unbridled expose on the destructive power of gossip. As great as this film is, it will likely leave a taste of brine in your mouth. Nevertheless we highly recommend it. In French with English subs. From 35mm.
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