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Maigret is with the Minister
One evening, the bell rings at Commissioner Maigret's house. Minister of Construction Puan asks the commissioner to come to his apartment urgently, keeping this request a secret from the police authorities. At the meeting, it turns out that a report disappeared from the minister's apartment, with which Puan was supposed to speak at a government meeting two days later.
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Plot Summary
Inspector Maigret is assigned to investigate a series of murders committed by a serial killer who targets women in Paris. The killer leaves no clues, and the police are under immense pressure to find him before he strikes again. Maigret devises a plan to trap the murderer by using himself as bait.
Critical Reception
This adaptation of Georges Simenon's popular detective novel was generally well-received by critics and audiences for its faithful portrayal of the character and its suspenseful plot. Bruno Cremer's performance as Maigret was particularly praised for capturing the essence of the iconic detective.
What Reviewers Say
Bruno Cremer embodies the weary yet determined Inspector Maigret.
The film successfully captures the atmosphere of 1950s Paris.
A classic police procedural with a satisfyingly intricate plot.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the strong performance by Bruno Cremer and the film's atmospheric depiction of Paris. The straightforward yet engaging detective work is also frequently cited as a positive aspect.
Fun Fact
This film is part of a long-running French television series featuring Inspector Maigret, with Bruno Cremer taking over the role in 1991 and continuing until 2005.
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