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The Murderer Lives at Number 21

The Murderer Lives at Number 21

1942 · 83 min · FR · NR · 7.2 (168 votes)
Dir. Henri-Georges Clouzot · Starring Pierre Fresnay, Suzy Delair, Jean Tissier, Pierre Larquey, Noël Roquevert, René Génin · Music Maurice Yvain · Commissaire Wens Collection
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Paris, France. Commissaire Wens follows the lead of a ruthless murderer to an unexpected place.

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A charmingly suspenseful cat-and-mouse game unfolds in post-war Paris. Witty dialogue and a keen eye for social dynamics keep you guessing until the very end. It's a stylish, atmospheric thriller with a touch of dark humor.

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