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A deadly tale about misguided love and the trouble it unleashes, Jean-Pierre Denis's MURDEROUS MAIDS is a surprisingly tender recounting of the "Papin Affair." Based on actual events, the film tells the story of the Papin sisters, Christine (Sylvie Testud) and Lea (Julie-Marie Parmentier), two young women living in the1930s in Le Mans, France. Christine, the elder of the two siblings, is overly protective of Lea, an innocent, wide-eyed youngster. As her relationship with her mother deteriorates completely, Christine goads Lea into shunning her mother as well. The pair finally secures employment as maids at the home of the Lancelins. During the day, they perform the menial daily chores that are required of them, while at night, they indulge in a passionate affair. As Christine's mind begins to spin out of control, she becomes more and more reliant on the presence and support of Lea. Meanwhile, Mrs. Lancelin begins to sense the true reason for their inseparability. One night, returning home early with her daughter, she surprises Christine, who takes out her fears on the unsuspecting Lancelins, separating the sisters once and for all. Inspired by Paulette Houdyer's book, as well as Jean Genet's classic play, Denis's film finds the truth in the tragic story, without resorting to mere shock tactics.

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UPC0037429177129

eBay Product ID (ePID)3345203

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ActorSylvie Testud, Julie-Marie Parmentier

RatingNR

Movie/TV TitleMurderous Maids

DirectorJean-Pierre Denis

FormatDVD

Release Year2003

GenreDrama

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Region CodeRegion 1

Number of Discs1

Country/Region of ManufactureFrance

Leading RoleSylvie Testud, Julie-Marie Parmentier

Film CountryFrance

Release Date20030923

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by ja_fent
30 Oct, 2022
A Shocking Murder i 1930's France.
This case is based on the famous Papin Sisters who murdered their because when they were caught in flagrante dilicto. A shocking case in 1930's France. Very well directed and acted.
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by movielover46
02 Nov, 2016
Not the feelgood movie of this (or any other) year
Based on a true event that shocked France when it occurred, the story of two sisters and the consequences that their relationship led to is compelling as well as disturbing.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned