About the Film
France under the Occupation. Executed for treason against the Resistance, Cora, code-named "La Chatte", was left for dead. Recovered and cared for by the Germans, Dr. von Hollwitz brainwashed her to control her and use her as a counter-espionage. In the spring of 1944, her escape was faked so that she could resume contact with the Resistance. She has to scupper the mission of Charles, an engineer with the SNCF, to blow up a train loaded with V1s intended to power the launch pads set up on the French coast to bomb London. But at the last moment, La Chatte regains her lucidity.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Cat Shows Her Claws is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and war movie from 1960. Directed by Henri Decoin, and starring Françoise Arnoul, Jacques Fabbri, Horst Frank France under the Occupation.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6/10, The Cat Shows Her Claws retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with war elements, The Cat Shows Her Claws deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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