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The Story of a Cheat (1936) Plot Summary Explained
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- 1936 · 81 mins · French
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- Roger Duchesne, Pauline Carton, Fréhel, Pierre Labry, Sacha Guitry, Marguerite Moreno
A charming scoundrel narrates his own life with witty commentary and minimal dialogue. As a boy he survives a family tragedy after being punished for stealing poisonous mushrooms, reinforcing his belief that deceit pays. Years of petty crime bring two recurring loves—a dazzling blonde jewel thief and a sultry brunette gambler—until he encounters the enigmatic Charbonnier, the World‑War‑I savior who ushers in an unexpected new chapter of his career.
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