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Stain on the Snow

February 19, 1954 1h 50m 6.1/10 (10 votes)

Originally released in 1954. Stain on the Snow is a mystery/drama film. directed by Luis Saslavsky.

Starring Daniel Gélin, Daniel Ivernel, and Marie Mansart

Synopsis

La neige était sale is based on a novel and play by the phenomenally prolific Georges Simenon. Upon learning that his mother was a prostitute, Frank (Daniel Gelin) dejectedly vows that he, too, will live a life of debauchery. Part of his self-degradation program is to kill someone, and since the story takes place during the Nazi occupation of France, he chooses a German officer as his victim. His steady descent into psychosis and depravity becomes his ultimate undoing.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 19, 1954 72 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (10 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Les Films Tellus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stain on the Snow about?

La neige était sale is based on a novel and play by the phenomenally prolific Georges Simenon. Upon learning that his mother was a prostitute, Frank (Daniel Gelin) dejectedly vows that he, too, wi...

Who directed Stain on the Snow?

Stain on the Snow was directed by Luis Saslavsky.

How long is Stain on the Snow?

Stain on the Snow has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was Stain on the Snow released?

Stain on the Snow was released on February 19, 1954 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Stain on the Snow?

The main cast of Stain on the Snow includes Daniel Gélin, Daniel Ivernel, Marie Mansart, Véra Norman, Nadine Basile.