Le Deuxième Souffle
- Year: 1966
- Country of origin: France
- Genre: Crime, Drama
- Director: Jean-Pierre Melville
- Length: 150 min
Film Synopsis
Le Deuxième Souffle (1966) centers on an escaped gangster who seeks refuge among trusted underworld associates while planning a lucrative robbery that could secure his future. As a relentless police inspector employs increasingly calculated tactics to undermine both his freedom and his reputation, the principles of honor and loyalty that govern the criminal world are put to the ultimate test. This French-Italian crime thriller combines noir realism with measured suspense, exploring integrity, betrayal, fate, and the personal cost of living by an uncompromising code.
Le Deuxième Souffle DVD editions
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| Disc Extras | Criterion DVD-1/US 2008 |
|---|---|
| Audio Commentary by Ginette Vincendeau and Geoff Andrew | |
| Archival Footage Featuring Interviews with Director Jean-Pierre Melville and Actor Lino Ventura | |
| Interview with Publicist Bertrand Tavernier | |
| Theatrical Trailer |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Criterion’s DVD includes a 16-page booklet with writing by Adrian Danks.
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