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The Inquisitor (1981)

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Martinaud, an illustrious notary suspected of being the perpetrator of two horrendous crimes, voluntarily agrees to be questioned by Inspector Gallien on New Year's Eve. What initially is a routine procedure, soon becomes a harsh interrogation that seems to confirm the initial suspicions.

Cast & Crew

Director
Claude Miller
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    Inspector Antoine Gallien Lino Ventura
  • Profile picture of Michel Serrault
    Jérôme Martinaud Michel Serrault
  • Profile picture of Romy Schneider
    Chantal Martinaud Romy Schneider
  • Profile picture of Guy Marchand
    Inspector Marcel Belmont Guy Marchand
  • Profile picture of Pierre Maguelon
    Inspector Adami Pierre Maguelon
  • Profile picture of Serge Malik
    Mechanic Serge Malik
  • Profile picture of Jean-Claude Penchenat
    Divisional Commissioner Jean-Claude Penchenat
  • Profile picture of Yves Pignot
    Policeman in Raincoat Yves Pignot

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