Drama · Switzerland · 1971 · 1h 27m

The Madman

Le fou

Director

Cast

François Simon as George Plond Camille Fournier as Jeanne Plond Arnold Walter as Alain Burnier Pierre Walker as Director André Neury as Police inspector Jean Claudio as Business agent

Crew

Jean Zeller — Director of Photography Claude Goretta — Writer

Synopsis

George is a middle-aged man who lives with his disabled wife. He faces dire financial straits after an investment firm wipes out his life savings and forces him into early retirement. Consequently, he becomes increasingly disillusioned and desperate, which ultimately drives him to the brink of insanity.

Key Collaborators

Claude Goretta Director Jean Zeller Director of Photography Claude Goretta Writer

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