The Adventures of Arsène Lupin

The Adventures of Arsène Lupin

NR 1957 · 104 min · ★ 6.6 · Crime, Comedy, Mystery

Arsène Lupin is extremely popular among the population, because he allows the needy to share in his acquired wealth. Before entering the service of the German Emperor Wilhelm II, he removes his vault in Alsace, steals two paintings of old masters, steals valuable gems and calls out to the police prefect to avoid his arrest. But this time he risks being seriously recognized. Lupin must once again use his fine intellect to deftly escape the situation.

Directed by Jacques Becker · Written by Jacques Becker

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