Judex (1963 film)
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Judex is a 1963 French-language crime film remake of the 1916 French film serial of the same name. Directed by French filmmaker Georges Franju, the film stars Channing Pollock as Judex/Vallieres , Francine Bergé as Jacqueline, Edith Scob as Diana and Michel Vitold as Favraux . The plot revolves the banker Favraux, receiving a threatening note from Judex demanding that he pay back people he has swindled. He is later drugged by Judex and locked away. Meanwhile the former governess Diana, kidnaps Jacqueline to try to get the banker's money.
Release and reception
Judex was released in December 4, 1963 in France. The general reception for the French critics of Judex was fairly positive. Most critics applauded the homage to the original silent film serial while noting the problems that arose when with the over-conscientious approach to style and atmosphere.
