The Story of a Cheat [Le Roman D'un Tricheur]

N.p. Cineas, 1936. Collection of 13 vintage black-and-white studio still photographs from the French release of the 1936 film. Based on director Sacha Guitry's 1935 only novel, "Les Memoires d'un Tricheur."

A delightfully clever film in which Guitry plays an aging con artist, reflecting back on his many exploits. After cheating death at a young age, the Cheat (played by Guirty), embarks on a life laden with mischief and deceit.

Set in France and Monaco, shot on location in Monaco.

10 x 8 inches. Very Good plus. Occasional notation to the verso and shallow chip in the top margin of image 22.

Criterion Eclipse 22.

[Book #139602]