Crime and Punishment

A young tormented student can no longer stand his miserable life. To avoid his sister marrying an old antiques dealer out of convenience, he murders a pawnbroker to steal his money. Very quickly, it is taken from remorse and confides to a young prostitute. The latter, very believing, advises him to go. He opposes this idea, but guilt devours him. He is soon struck by remorse, and confides in a young prostitute, who advise him to surrender. He opposes this idea, but guilt devours him.

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Release Date

December 4, 1956

Status

Released

Original Title

Crime et châtiment

Runtime

1h 47min

Budget

Revenue

Language

French

Production Companies

Champs-Élysées Productions