Maigret Sets a Trap
Four women were murdered, each was knifed and, though they had their clothes torn, they weren't molested. As the famed police inspector Jules Maigret pieces the clues together, he comes to realize that for the elusive man that he suspects to be unmasked, he has to set him a trap.
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Plot Summary
Commissaire Maigret faces a serial killer terrorizing Paris, a woman who murders men on the Montmartre streets. As the body count rises, Maigret sets a trap for the killer, suspecting it might be a woman with a troubled past. The investigation leads him through the bohemian streets of Paris and into the mind of a disturbed individual.
Critical Reception
The film was generally well-received for its atmospheric portrayal of Paris and Jean Gabin's commanding performance as the titular detective. It's considered a solid entry in the Maigret film series, effectively capturing the mood of Simenon's novels.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its authentic Parisian atmosphere.
- Jean Gabin delivers a masterful performance as Maigret.
- A classic example of French crime cinema.
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Fun Fact
This film is one of several adaptations of Georges Simenon's Inspector Maigret novels starring the legendary French actor Jean Gabin.
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