Zbrodnia lorda Artura Savile'a
Zbrodnia lorda Artura Savile'a

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Zbrodnia lorda Artura Savile'a

1968
Movie
27 min
Abkhazian

The wealthy Lord Artur Savile learns from a palm reader that he's destined to become a murderer. Obsessed with the prophecy, he decides to commit the deed as quickly as possible.

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IMDb6.9/10
Director: Janusz MajewskiGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

Lord Arthur Savile receives a prophecy from a famous palmist that he is destined to commit a murder. Disturbed by this prediction, he decides to embrace his fate by finding a victim before the prophecy can come true and ruin his reputation. His search leads him into a series of comical and increasingly absurd situations as he tries to fulfill his dark destiny.

Critical Reception

The film is a well-regarded Polish comedy with elements of mystery and crime, appreciated for its witty script and engaging performances. It successfully adapts Oscar Wilde's satirical tone to a Polish context.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever humor and satirical wit.

  • Appreciated for its faithful adaptation of Oscar Wilde's themes.

  • Commended for strong performances and engaging plot.

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Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of Oscar Wilde's short story of the same name, with the setting and characters adapted to a Polish milieu.

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