Movie

Behind the Facade

★ 7.7/10 · 7 votes 1939 1h 30m Released

CrimeComedy

In the elevator of two large Parisian buildings, a telegraph operator discovers the body of an elderly woman, Madame Mathieu, the owner of both buildings. Boucheron, the local superintendent, is dispatched to investigate, along with his rival, Inspector Lambert of the "Sûreté". To solve the enigma, they scour staircases and corridors, visiting every floor of both buildings, courtyard and facade. Their gruff rivalry allows them to complement each other in discovering who committed the crime among a gallery of characters, humble or rich, who all have something to be ashamed of... A rare, fast-paced, picturesque comedy set against the backdrop of a police mystery.

Cast

Lucien Baroux Commissioner Boucheron, di Jacques Baumer Inspector Lambert of the S J Jules Berry Alfredo d'Avila, dancer of Gaby Morlay Gaby Valrose, minister's l Elvira Popescu Mrs. Rameau, wife of an in Michel Simon Picking, knife-throwing ar