Crimson Curtain
Originally released in 1952. Crimson Curtain is a drama film. directed by André Barsacq. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michel Barsacq, Edmond Beauchamp, and Pierre Brasseur
Synopsis
Bertal, a despotic and hated theater director, is assassinated before a performance of Macbeth in which he was to play with Aurélia Nobli, his companion and Ludovic Arn, her lover. The police arrive on the scene and the investigation begins. Suspicion first falls on Sigurd, an old actor who had threatened Bertal. But parallels appear between the characters in the play and the actors who play them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 14, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Michel Barsacq
as Pierrette's youngest son
Edmond Beauchamp
as The actor who plays King Duncan
Pierre Brasseur
as Ludovic Arn / Macbeth
Michel Simon
as Lucien Bertal / Léonard, his understudy / Banquo
Paul Barge
as The bistro
Monelle Valentin
as Aurélia Nobli / Lady Macbeth
Jean Brochard
as Chief Inspector
Olivier Hussenot
as Deputy Inspector Gobinet
Lucien Blondeau
Louis Bugette
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Gaumont
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crimson Curtain about?
Bertal, a despotic and hated theater director, is assassinated before a performance of Macbeth in which he was to play with Aurélia Nobli, his companion and Ludovic Arn, her lover. The police arri...
Who directed Crimson Curtain?
Crimson Curtain was directed by André Barsacq.
How long is Crimson Curtain?
Crimson Curtain has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Crimson Curtain released?
Crimson Curtain was released on November 14, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Crimson Curtain?
The main cast of Crimson Curtain includes Michel Barsacq, Edmond Beauchamp, Pierre Brasseur, Michel Simon, Paul Barge.