Elevator to the Gallows
dir. Louis Malle
Synopsis
A self-assured businessman murders his employer, husband of his mistress, which unintentionally provokes an ill-fated chain of events.
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Louis Malle's hypnotic debut is a noir with genuine soul, infusing its tale of best laid plans gone awry with wistful performances, swooning cinematography, and a sultry soundtrack.
Directed byLouis Malle
StarringJeanne Moreau, Maurice Ronet, Georges Poujouly, Yori Bertin, Jean Wall, Elga Andersen
Written byRoger Nimier, Louis Malle
CinematographyHenri Decaë
EditingLéonide Azar
MusicMiles Davis
Elevator to the Gallows
1958 · NR · 1h 32m
Crime, Drama, Thriller
A self-assured businessman murders his employer, husband of his mistress, which unintentionally provokes an ill-fated chain of events.
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