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1943 · 92 min · NR

Le Corbeau

Directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot · Mystery, Drama, Thriller

Le Corbeau (1943) is a Mystery film, directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot set in France during the 1940s.

A murder mystery, with a tense and bleak tone. Themes of betrayal run throughout.

Composer
Tony Aubin
Cinematography
Nicolas Hayer
Cast
Pierre FresnayGinette LeclercMicheline FranceyHéléna MansonJeanne Fusier-GirSylvieLiliane MaignéPierre Larquey

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