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The Red Needle

June 7, 1951 1h 25m

Originally released in 1951. The Red Needle is a drama film. directed by Emil E. Reinert. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Michel Auclair, Michèle Philippe, and Jean Marchat

Synopsis

A young woman, Maya, is treated in a mountain hotel, where her husband joins her every Saturday. She falls in love with an attractive lawyer, who has come to this hotel in Savoie to successfully climb the Aiguille Rouge. The lawyer rejects Maya at first, but ends up becoming her lover and promises to run away with her... once the Aiguille Rouge has been climbed. But a storm breaks out during the ascent, and the lawyer dies, struck down.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 7, 1951 74 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Alcina

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Red Needle about?

A young woman, Maya, is treated in a mountain hotel, where her husband joins her every Saturday. She falls in love with an attractive lawyer, who has come to this hotel in Savoie to successfully cl...

Who directed The Red Needle?

The Red Needle was directed by Emil E. Reinert.

How long is The Red Needle?

The Red Needle has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was The Red Needle released?

The Red Needle was released on June 7, 1951 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Red Needle?

The main cast of The Red Needle includes Michel Auclair, Michèle Philippe, Jean Marchat, Margo Lion, René Génin.