The Case Against X
Ouvert contre X…
“A button, a piece of the puzzle?”
Synopsis
Paul Dorgères, a wealthy industrialist, has been mysteriously murdered. The investigation is entrusted to the experienced Chief Inspector Bonnardel and his young rookie assistant, Inspector Richard. Suspicion turns to his mistress Catherine Villard, with whom he had just broken up on the night of the crime. She is soon arrested and charged. However, Inspector Richard discovers a button at the scene of the crime which could help him to trace the trail and confound the culprit(s).
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Yves Deniaud
L'inspecteur-chef Bonnardel
Yves Vincent
L'inspecteur Richard, jeune assistant débutant de Bonnardel
Élina Labourdette
Catherine Villard, maîtresse de Dorgères
Henri Crémieux
M. Phalempeau, homme d'affaires
Robert Dalban
L'inspecteur Sylvestre, adjoint de Bonnardel
Jean Debucourt
Maître Landry, avocat pénaliste, ténor du barreau
Marie Déa
Mme Le Mesles
Marcel André
Le médecin légiste
Marthe Mercadier
La détenue-manucure
Charles Dechamps
Le juge d'instruction Ferrand
Henri Nassiet
Paul Dorgères, homme d’affaires
María Riquelme
Étiennette, la concierge
Guy Decomble
Le concierge
Olivier Hussenot
Jean Barrère
Pierre
Charles Vissières
Le détective Henri Bouteiller
Marcel Delaître
Le commissaire
André Dumas
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 29, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Pottier
- Screenplay & Story
- René Floriot
- Original Score
- Marc Lanjean
- Original Title
- Ouvert contre X…
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Société Nouvelle des Établissements Gaumont (SNEG), Cinéphonic, Société Générale de Gestion Cinématographique (SGGC)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Pottier
René Floriot, Marc-Gilbert Sauvajon
Marc Lanjean
Jean Feyte
François Chavane, Alain Poiré
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Pottier
Director
René Floriot
Writer
René Floriot
Screenplay
François Chavane
Producer
Alain Poiré
Producer
Marc Lanjean
Original Music Composer
Jean Feyte
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Case Against X
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What is The Case Against X about?
Paul Dorgères, a wealthy industrialist, has been mysteriously murdered. The investigation is entrusted to the experienced Chief Inspector Bonnardel and his young rookie assistant, Inspector Richard. Suspicion turns to his mistress Catherine Villard, with whom he had just broken up on the night of the crime. She is soon arrested and charged. However, Inspector Richard discovers a button at the scene of the crime which could help him to trace the trail and confound the culprit(s).
Who directed The Case Against X?
The Case Against X was directed by Richard Pottier.
Who stars in The Case Against X?
The principal cast of The Case Against X includes Yves Deniaud, Yves Vincent, Élina Labourdette, Henri Crémieux, Robert Dalban.
When was The Case Against X released and how long is it?
The Case Against X was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Case Against X?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Case Against X was composed by Marc Lanjean.