This low-budget black-and-white production was 24-year-old Louis Malle's first feature film. He had previously worked with Jacques Cousteau for several years, and was credited as co-director of the documentary The Silent World (1956).
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Elevator to the Gallows
(1957)Ascenseur pour l’échafaud 3
" Frantic for life and love – Frantic for excitement"
| Country | |
| Spoken Language | french, deutsch |
| Runtime | 1 hr 31 min |
| Premiere: World | $431 784 January 29, 1958 |
| USA | $374 671 |
| Other countries | $57 113 |
| Premiere: USA | $374 671 June 10, 1961 |
| first day | $2724 |
| theaters | 5 |
| rollout | 156 days |
| Digital: World | March 28, 2009 |
| Production Companies | |
| Also Known As | Lift to the Scaffold United Kingdom |
Description
A self-assured businessman murders his employer, the husband of his mistress, which unintentionally provokes an ill-fated chain of events.Сast and Crew
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About the Book
The film "Elevator to the Gallows" is based on the novel Ascenseur pour l'échafaud by Noël Calef. The book is a crime thriller that delves into themes of murder, betrayal, and the unforeseen consequences of one's actions. It is a gripping narrative that explores the psychological depth of its characters, set against the backdrop of post-war France.About the Author
Noël Calef was a French author known for his work in the crime and thriller genres. His writing is characterized by its intricate plots and deep character studies, often reflecting the complexities of human nature and moral dilemmas.Film Adaptation
The film adaptation, directed by Louis Malle, stays relatively true to the source material, capturing the essence of Calef's novel. The movie effectively translates the book's tension and atmosphere to the screen, maintaining the core plot and character dynamics. However, as with many adaptations, certain elements were modified to suit the cinematic format, but the film remains a faithful representation of the novel's themes and narrative style.Production
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Commit the perfect murder and then be stuck in the office elevator for the entire weekend. While you are sitting there the world is spinning and everything is changing. A wonderful example of noir.
A surprisingly simple detective story with an evening vibe came out to be a very interesting look at such a situation, and Florence’s monologues are so lyrical about love, it’s cool.
I’ve wanted to watch this film for 10 years. My expectations were met. A very good movie
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