Deadlier Than the Male (1956)
In Les Halles, in the heart of Paris, the restaurateur André Chatelin (Jean Gabin), leads an uneventful life until the arrival from Marseille of Catherine (Danièle Delorme), the daughter of his ex-wife Gabrielle (Lucienne Bogaert). She tells him her mother is dead and that she is without resources. Chatelin welcomes her under his roof - then marries her. Gérard (Gérard Blain), a young student that Chatelin looks upon as a son, becomes Catherine's lover, and she sets him at odds with Chatelin. She asks him to kill the restaurateur. He refuses. She kills him. Having discovered that Gabrielle is still alive, declined and drug addicted, Chatelin realises the darkness of Catherine's soul who has always lied to him.Deadlier Than the Male featuring Jean Gabin and Danièle Delorme is not currently available to stream, rent, or buy but you can add it to your want to see list for updates. It's a drama and thriller movie with a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.5 (1,555 votes).
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Deadlier Than the Male is a captivating blend of drama and thriller genres, offering a suspenseful plot that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The story revolves around a complex love triangle and a series of deceptions, which adds layers of intrigue and tension.
The movie features a compelling performance by Jean Gabin, who plays the role of André Chatelin, a restaurateur caught in a web of lies and betrayal. His character's journey and transformation throughout the movie provide a deep and engaging viewing experience.
Despite being released in 1956, Deadlier Than the Male has stood the test of time, maintaining a solid IMDb audience rating of 7.5 out of 10. This suggests that the movie's storytelling, character development, and overall production quality have been well-received by audiences.
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Deadlier Than the Male has a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.5 (1,555 votes). The movie is somewhat popular with Reelgood users lately.
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In Les Halles, in the heart of Paris, the restaurateur André Chatelin (Jean Gabin), leads an uneventful life until the arrival from Marseille of Catherine (Danièle Delorme), the daughter of his ex-wife Gabrielle (Lucienne Bogaert). She tells him her mother is dead and that she is without resources. Chatelin welcomes her under his roof - then marries her. Gérard (Gérard Blain), a young student that Chatelin looks upon as a son, becomes Catherine's lover, and she sets him at odds with Chatelin. She asks him to kill the restaurateur. He refuses. She kills him. Having discovered that Gabrielle is still alive, declined and drug addicted, Chatelin realises the darkness of Catherine's soul who has always lied to him.