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The Devil and the Ten Commandments

A reclusive retired man, Jerôme Chambard, still harbors a rough edge despite living in a convent, while Françoise embarks on a passionate affair, fueled by her desire for a coveted diamond necklace.

A group of unconventional characters take center stage in this film, each with their own unique storylines. A retired man, Jerôme, is taken in by nuns and continues to swear like a sailor. Meanwhile, Françoise takes a lover in exchange for a diamond necklace. A seminarist named Denis renounces his vows to avenge his sister's death. In another plot, God himself appears at a remote farm, performing miracles for the locals. Additionally, Pierre discovers his mother is not his biological mother, but a famous actress. A bank clerk, Didier, teams up with a bank thief after being fired by his manager. Finally, Jerôme is invited to Sunday lunch by his friend the bishop, but his drinking leads to a hilarious bout of forgetfulness, causing him to struggle to recall the ten commandments.

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Info about The Devil and the Ten Commandments

Studio(s): Filmsonor, Mondex Films

Originally Released: United States, Oct 14, 1963

Production Countries: France, Italy

Genres:Comedy, Drama