Michele Morgan, Stephane Audran, Charles Denner, Danielle Darrieux, Hildegard Knef. Title from disc label. Originally released as a motion picture in 1963. Wide screen (1.66:1). Special features: Audio commentary by Kat Ellinger.
Summary:
Legendary French New Wave director Claude Chabrol brings the shocking true story of serial killer Henri Désiré Landru to the screen. Landru is a seemingly respectable Parisian who devises a sick and ingenious scheme to supplement his dwindling income during the First World War. First, he lures wealthy dowagers to his villa. Then, he cons them into forking over their fortunes. Finally, he kills them, chops them up and immolates the pieces.
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