The Duel (1939 film)

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The Duel
Directed by Pierre Fresnay
Written by Henri-Georges Clouzot and Henri Lavedan
Starring Pierre Fresnay, Raimu
Release date
  • 1939 (1939)
Country France
Language French

The Duel is a French film directed by Pierre Fresnay, released in 1939. It is the only film directed by Pierre Fresnay.

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Résumé

A widow is loved by a doctor whose brother, a priest, unwittingly falls in love with the young woman, who is persuaded to enter the convent. Put on the right path by a missionary, the priest blesses the marriage of his brother.

Details

1939 comedy: Length 84'- B&W

Starring

See also

The filmography of Petits Chanteurs à la Croix de Bois.


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