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Second Bureau
Captain Benoît manages to take possession of the plans of a new German airplane. The German counter-espionage assigns one of their agents, beautiful Erna Fiedler, to seduce Benoît and to eliminate him. But the two spies fall in love.
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Plot Summary
In this wartime drama, a group of French agents operates behind enemy lines during World War I. Their mission involves infiltrating enemy territory to gather crucial intelligence that could turn the tide of the war. Amidst the danger and deception, they face the constant threat of discovery and the moral ambiguities of espionage.
Critical Reception
Released in 1935, 'Second Bureau' received moderate attention for its espionage thriller elements set against the backdrop of World War I. While its narrative was considered engaging for the time, its overall critical reception was not overwhelmingly positive, with some noting its predictable plot points.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful spy narrative during a tumultuous historical period.
Criticized by some for a plot that felt formulaic even for its era.
Noted for the presence of Sessue Hayakawa in a significant role.
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Fun Fact
The film features Sessue Hayakawa, a prominent Japanese-American actor of the silent and early sound film eras, in one of his significant roles during the 1930s.
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