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The Sleeping Car Murders (1965)

"Suddenly a scream pierces the air...and you're shocked to discover it's yours!"

6.919651h 29mFR
CrimeThrillerMystery

Directed by Costa-Gavras

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

FR

Release

November 17, 1965

Director

Costa-Gavras

Overview

Six people travel by overnight train from Marseilles to Paris. When they arrive, one of them, a young woman, is found dead in a sleeping berth. The police, led by Inspector Grazzi, investigate the other five passengers, suspecting that one among them was responsible. However, as the investigation is...

Cast

Yves Montand

Yves Montand

L'inspecteur Grazzi

Pierre Mondy

Pierre Mondy

Le commissaire Tarquin

Jean-Louis Trintignant

Jean-Louis Trintignant

Éric Grandin, étudiant vétérinaire

Jacques Perrin

Jacques Perrin

Daniel

Catherine Allégret

Catherine Allégret

Bambi

Simone Signoret

Simone Signoret

Eliane Darès, l'actrice éventée (Victime #4)

Claude Mann

Claude Mann

Jean-Loup Gabert, inspecteur stagière de Grazzi

Michel Piccoli

Michel Piccoli

René Cabourg, l'employé besogneux (Victime #2)

Pascale Roberts

Pascale Roberts

Georgette Thomas, assassinée (Victime #1)

Charles Denner

Charles Denner

Bob, l'amant sincère de Georgette Thomas

Nadine Alari

Nadine Alari

Mme Grazzi

Monique Chaumette

Monique Chaumette

Mme Rivolani

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Sleeping Car Murders (1965), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Six people travel by overnight train from Marseilles to Paris. When they arrive, one of them, a young woman, is found dead in a sleeping berth. The police, led by Inspector Grazzi, investigate the other five passengers, suspecting that one among them was responsible. However, as the investigation is stepped up, the others start turning up dead. It's up to the remaining two to solve the case, lest they become the next victims.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Sleeping Car Murders. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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