Défense de savoir
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Jean-Pierre Laubray
Paul Cristiani
Jean Ravier
Juliette Cristiani
Simone
Marie
Jean
Mme Christiani
Descarnes
Bruno Christiani
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When a woman is accused of murder, the investigation slowly reveals numerous political connections. Laubret, the court-appointed defense lawyer, does everything in his power to expose the truth.
Release Date
1973-08-29
Average
5.5
Rating:
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