Savage Triangle
Based on the novel of the same name by writer Edouard Peisson, this Jean Delannoy film display one boy’s unconditional love for his mother, despite her tragic mistreatment of him. After being raised by a shepherd for the past 12 years, Simon (Pierre-Michel Beck) is reunited with his mother Marie (Madeleine Robinson). Marie is a prostitute in Marseilles and is now stable enough to welcome Simon back into her life. Unaware of her profession at first, Simon is happy to have his mom back, but in time he learns how she makes her living. This troubles Simon but he continues to love her, despite not loving her chosen profession. His anger toward this issue gets directed toward Marie’s louse of a boyfriend, Paul (Frank Villard), and the result is a heartfelt tale about love and family.
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Plot Summary
In this dramatic thriller, a married couple finds their relationship tested by the arrival of a third party. Tensions rise as jealousy and suspicion begin to take hold, leading to dangerous emotional and physical confrontations. The film explores the dark complexities of desire and betrayal within the confines of a seemingly stable marriage.
Critical Reception
Savage Triangle is a low-budget exploitation film from the early 1950s. It received little critical attention upon its release and is primarily remembered for its sensationalist themes rather than artistic merit. Audience reception was likely mixed, catering to those seeking melodramatic and suspenseful content.
What Reviewers Say
- Offers a melodramatic exploration of marital strife.
- Features predictable plot twists common to B-movies of the era.
- Relies heavily on suspenseful situations and emotional outbursts.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by Exploitation Pictures, a company known for its B-movies that often pushed the boundaries of content for their time.
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