Judex (1963)

Name: Judex
Genre: Crime, Thriller, Mystery
Released: 1963
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Channing Pollock, Francine Bergé, Édith Scob, Théo Sarapo, Sylva Koscina

1h 44m France, Italy

Crime Thriller Mystery

Plot

Georges Franju's Judex serves as a clever homage to the classic silent serials of Louis Feuillade. The narrative revolves around the enigmatic hero Judex, who seeks vengeance against the nefarious banker Favraux. This quest ignites a web of intricate plots and counterplots, showcasing Franju's flair for blending playfulness with suspense. As Judex navigates a world filled with deceit, the film captures the essence of early cinematic storytelling, inviting viewers into a richly stylized adventure where morality is as murky as the shadows he inhabits.

Cast

Channing Pollock Francine Bergé Édith Scob Théo Sarapo Sylva Koscina René Génin Roger Fradet André Méliès Luigi Cortese Philippe Mareuil Benjamin Boda Jean-Jacques Rémy Jean Degrave Jacques Jouanneau Michel Vitold