The Private Affairs of Bel Ami

The Private Affairs of Bel Ami

All women take to men who have the appearance of wickedness

1947 · 112 min · ★ 6.2 · Drama

A self-serving journalist uses influential women in late-1800s Paris and denies the one who truly loves him.

Directed by Albert Lewin · Written by Albert Lewin

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