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Le coup de trois
Popolka takes advantage of the absence of his shrew of a wife to indulge in the delights of single life. His manager showers him with favors because he is in love with a young woman whom he believes to be Popolka's wife. When Madame Popolka returns, the situation becomes confused...
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Plot Summary
A man is released from prison and discovers that his wife has moved on and his former life is gone. He becomes entangled in a new criminal scheme involving his former associate and a nightclub singer.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of "Le coup de trois" from 1936 is scarce in modern accessible databases. As a product of its time, it likely received contemporary reviews that are not widely archived or digitized. However, films of this genre and era often focused on dramatic narratives and societal issues, appealing to audiences interested in crime and melodrama.
What Reviewers Say
Focuses on themes of redemption and the consequences of past actions.
Features dramatic performances typical of French crime films of the 1930s.
Explores the gritty underworld and the struggles of ex-convicts.
Google audience: As this film is from 1936, there are no available Google user reviews or ratings to summarize.
Fun Fact
Léon Mathot, who directed and starred in the film, was a prolific actor in French cinema during the silent and early sound eras, often appearing in adventure and action films.
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