The Butcher (1970)

Plot

In a provincial French town, an unexpected bond forms between a somber butcher and a reserved schoolteacher as they navigate the unsettling backdrop of a string of gruesome murders reminiscent of Jack the Ripper. Their contrasting personalities and lifestyles collide, leading them to confront their own demons while grappling with the chilling events unfolding around them. As the community spirals into fear, the duo must confront the darkness that lurks both outside and within, ultimately discovering the significance of friendship amidst chaos.