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The Puritan (1938)

Movie ★ 6.0 85 min

A religious fanatic finds his entire life and philosophy turned upside-down as he falls in love with a girl and kills her in a jealous rage. His search is for peace of mind and a desire to justify the murder of the girl to himself. His mind becomes distraught as he gropes trying to rationalize his deed and his world falls apart around him. A police inspector patiently and tirelessly stays on Barrault's trail, without putting him under arrest, though convinced he is the murderer, and waiting for the moment when he feels Barrault will break under the strain of his own religious fanaticism.

Jeff Musso Director Liam O'Flaherty Writer Jeannine Delpech Writer Louis Postif Writer

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Released
January 13, 1938
Runtime
85 min
IMDb
tt0030635
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Frequently asked questions

What is The Puritan about?
A religious fanatic finds his entire life and philosophy turned upside-down as he falls in love with a girl and kills her in a jealous rage. His search is for peace of mind and a desire to justify the murder of the girl to himself. His mind becomes distraught as he gropes trying to rationalize his deed and his world falls apart around him. A police inspector patiently and tirelessly stays on Barrault's trail, without putting him under arrest, though convinced he is the murderer, and waiting for the moment when he feels Barrault will break under the strain of his own religious fanaticism.
Who directed The Puritan?
The Puritan was directed by Jeff Musso.
Who stars in The Puritan?
The Puritan stars Pierre Fresnay, Jean-Louis Barrault, Viviane Romance, Louis-Jacques Boucot.
When was The Puritan released?
The Puritan is a 1938 drama film.
Where can I watch The Puritan?
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