Un linceul n'a pas de poches (1974)
Release Year: 1974
Nation: France
Alternative Title: Ein Leichentuch hat keine Taschen, Un lenzuolo non ha tasche, Os escândalos da cidade, No Pockets in a Shroud
Director: Jean-Pierre Mocky
Writer: Alain Moury, Jean-Pierre Mocky
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Keywords: adultery
Story
Michel Dolannes, a journalist working for a major newspaper, resigns to start his own journal, 'Le Cosmopolite'. In his new venture, he exposes various scandals and corrupt dealings in his town, including a revelation about the socialist mayor's homosexual affair. However, before the next issue of his paper can be published, Dolannes is shot dead in an alley by an unknown assailant.
Summary
Jean-Pierre Mocky's 'Un linceul n'a pas de poches' (1974) is a French drama that explores themes of corruption, scandal, and the consequences of truth-telling. The film follows journalist Michel Dolannes as he leaves his established job to launch an investigative newspaper, challenging the status quo and exposing the town's underbelly. The story culminates in Dolannes' tragic murder, emphasizing the dangers faced by those who dare to reveal secrets and hold powerful figures accountable.
