Experiment in Evil
Originally released in 1960. Experiment in Evil is a tv movie/science fiction film. directed by Jean Renoir.
Starring Jean-Louis Barrault, Teddy Bilis, and Michel Vitold
Synopsis
Dr. Cordelier, living in a suburb of Paris, withdraws from society to pursue research into the functioning of the human brain. His lifelong friend, Maître Joly, becomes concerned when Cordelier draws up a will that bequeaths his entire estate to a stranger, Monsieur Opale; he cannot understand why Cordelier defends him, considering Opale attacks women and children. After a colleague is killed, Joly confronts Cordelier and discovers the truth behind his friend's behavior.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 4, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (48 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jean-Louis Barrault
as Dr. Cordelier / Opale
Teddy Bilis
as Joly
Michel Vitold
as Dr. Lucien Severin
Sylviane Margollé
as Little Girl Attacked by Opale
Jacques Danoville
as Commissioner Lardaut
André Certes
as Inspector Salbris
Jean-Pierre Granval
as Boss of the Short-Time Hotel
Jean Bertho
as First Passer-By during the Aggression
Jacques Ciron
as Second Passer-By during the Aggression
Annick Allières
as Neighbor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Compagnie Jean Renoir
- Radio-Télévision Française
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Experiment in Evil about?
Dr. Cordelier, living in a suburb of Paris, withdraws from society to pursue research into the functioning of the human brain. His lifelong friend, Maître Joly, becomes concerned when Cordelier dr...
Who directed Experiment in Evil?
Experiment in Evil was directed by Jean Renoir.
How long is Experiment in Evil?
Experiment in Evil has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Experiment in Evil released?
Experiment in Evil was released on July 4, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Experiment in Evil?
The main cast of Experiment in Evil includes Jean-Louis Barrault, Teddy Bilis, Michel Vitold, Sylviane Margollé, Jacques Danoville.