Plot — What is The Convict about?
The practice of Dr. Julien, a GP of Marseilles, consists mainly of drug-addicts. One day, one of his patient dies at his surgery and Julien yields to the temptation : he steals the dead man's money and hides the corpse in a trunk. But the whole thing is discovered and ... misinterpreted. The doctor is condemned for killing the junkie and sent to the Cayenne convict prison, from which he escapes. The Indians give him shelter and he is soon given the opportunity to return their good deed when a yellow fever epidemic strikes their tribe. A young woman helps to fight the disease and, thanks to her, Julien starts considering that a new life is possible for him.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1951 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | French |
| Runtime | 96 min |
| Audience Score | 62% (6.2/10, 4 votes) |
The Convict — FAQ
Is The Convict worth watching? The Convict holds a 6.2/10 rating from 4 viewers. The practice of Dr. Julien, a GP of Marseilles, consists mainly of drug-addicts. One day, one of his patient dies at his surgery and Julien yields to the temptation : he steals the dead man's money and hides the corpse i
Who directed The Convict? Directed by Willy Rozier.
Who is in the cast of The Convict? It stars Pierre Gay, Lucien Nat, Lili Bontemps, Henri Arius, Roger Blin, Juliette Faber and more.
Where can I stream The Convict? Streaming availability for The Convict is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Convict release? It released in 1951.
