About the Film
Marseilles, 1919. Georges Sarret is a distinguished and respected lawyer, recently honoured for his services in the First World War. He takes as his lover Philomène Schmidt, a young German woman, who has just lost her job and home. To enable Philomène to remain in France, Georges finds her a husband – who dies conveniently of natural causes a month after the wedding. Georges repeats the trick with Philomène's sister, Catherine – marrying her off to an old man who dies suddenly so that the scheming trio can profit from his life insurance. When an accomplice in the scheme, Marcel Chambon, threatens to blackmail them, Georges and his two lovers have no option but to kill him and his mistress...
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Infernal Trio is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy and crime movie from 1974. Directed by Francis Girod, and starring Michel Piccoli, Romy Schneider, Mascha Gonska Marseilles, 1919.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.3/10, The Infernal Trio retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies that blends comedy with crime elements, The Infernal Trio deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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