Immerse yourself in the poignant world of Jules Dassin’s cinematic masterpiece with this La Loi Poster, brilliantly adapted from the eponymous novel by Roger Vailland. This iconic 1958 film transports you to the heart of a gripping tale, where the line between law and justice is blurred. Discover the intense emotions and moral dilemmas that unfold throughout this captivating story, tinged with crime, passion, and struggles for power. A cinema classic that continues to fascinate and provoke thought and emotion.
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Description of this Poster The Law
The Law is a 1958 film directed by Jules Dassin, based on the novel of the same name The Law by Roger Vailland.
In a small town in Corsica, the stories of different characters intertwine: Don Cesare is a kind of local gentleman, passionate about ancient art, he has Tonio in his service with whom he has married Giulia his servant and former lover; Marietta, Maria’s youngest daughter, he lives in Don Cesare’s house with her mother and sisters Marta and Elvira, the man appreciates her for her rebellious and independent character, she loves Enrico the agronomist recently arrived from the continent but before marrying him, she would like to become rich; police commissioner Attilio, married with two daughters, has a clandestine relationship with Giuseppina, friend of his wife Anna; Donna Lucrezia, the judge’s unhappy wife, has recently started a relationship with young Francesco Brigante, a law student. Matteo Brigante, Francesco’s father, believes he can have everything and everyone by imposing his “law” above all on Tonio with the help of Pizzaccio. The only one who doesn’t give up is Marietta.
During the patronal feast, Enrico witnesses the cruel humiliation of Tonio, victim of Matteo Brigante and Pizzaccio’s game of “law.” Marietta manages to steal a wallet full of money from a Swiss tourist, and one of her friends takes Matteo’s knife away, while Donna Lucrezia gets Giuseppina’s help to deliver a message to young Francesco. The next day, Marietta surprises Enrico by declaring herself in love, but wants to become his wife, not his lover. Francesco and Lucrezia meet secretly and decide to leave together.
Matteo tries to seduce Marietta, but the girl refuses to give in and rubs him with her knife, then hides the Swiss man’s empty wallet in his jacket. The man returns to the village but first warns Pizzaccio that no villager should comment on his injury. On the beach, the man discovers a message for his son brought by Giuseppina and forces him to reveal the woman’s identity and her plans. The next day, they take the bus to Bastia, never to return home. As the bus leaves, Matteo intimidates his son, who ultimately decides not to leave, and Lucrezia finds herself alone. Meanwhile, Enrico confides in Marietta. He considers himself poor and does not want to face married life without money. The happy girl shows him the money he took from the Swiss, but the young man forces them to return it. However, she must first return to Don Cesare, who has fallen ill.
Dingent Caesar informs the girl that he will bequeath his house and convinces her to return the stolen money. Shortly after, the judge, the commissioner, and Brigante, handcuffed, appear. The man has been arrested for theft, but he, in turn, accuses Marietta. Don Cesare returns the money, saying it was found by one of his farmers in the swamp, and humiliates Matteo in the game of law managed by Marietta and Tonio. He also has harsh words for the commissioner while giving an old vase to the judge, the only one who deserves respect.
The evening Donna Lucrezia returns to find Matteo waiting for her, the man takes her home with the intention of seducing her, but the woman, who at first seems to give in, throws herself from the balcony. Almost simultaneously, Don Cesare also dies. The next day, Francesco leaves, and even old friends turn their backs on Matteo Brigante, who will no longer be able to “follow the law,” while Marietta takes possession of the house where she will live with Enrico, whom she will soon marry.