The Story of a Cheat (1936)
Storyline
Life story of a charming scoundrel, with little dialogue other than the star/director's witty narration. As a boy, only he survives a family tragedy when he's deprived of supper (poisonous mushrooms!) for stealing...concluding that dishonesty pays. Through years of dabbling in crime and amusing adventures, two women appear and reappear in his life, a dazzling blonde jewel thief and a stunning brunette gambler. Finally, he meets the mysterious Charbonnier who had saved his life in World War I, leading to the surprising next phase in his career...
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Movie Details
| Original title | Le Roman d'un tricheur |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 2, 1936 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | gambler, jewel thief, scoundrel |
FAQ
What is The Story of a Cheat about?
Life story of a charming scoundrel, with little dialogue other than the star/director's witty narration. As a boy, only he survives a family tragedy when he's deprived of supper (poisonous mushrooms!) for stealing...concluding that dishonesty pays. Through years of dabbling in crime and amusing adventures, two women appear and reappear in his life, a dazzling blonde jewel thief and a stunning brunette gambler. Finally, he meets the mysterious Charbonnier who had saved his life in World War I, leading to the surprising next phase in his career...
When was The Story of a Cheat released?
The Story of a Cheat was released on Oct 2, 1936 (status: Released).
Who directed The Story of a Cheat?
Sacha Guitry directed The Story of a Cheat.
What is the TMDB rating of The Story of a Cheat?
The Story of a Cheat has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 from 75 votes.