Claude Chabrol's study of a man torn by jealousy who gradually descends into madness is a provocative work marred only by a confusing artsy ending. Recommended. (R. Pitman)[DVD Review—Sept. 6, 2005—Kino, 100 min., in French w/English subtitles, not rated, $24.95—Making its second appearance on DVD, 1994’s L’Enfer sports a nice transfer and includes DVD extras such as select scene commentary by Claude Chabrol (38 min.), a “Chabrol Discusses L’Enfer” featurette (12 min.), a presentation by film scholar Joel Magny (3 min.), a stills gallery, and trailers. Also newly available on DVD are Chabrol’s Betty, Color of Lies, Cop Au Vin, and Inspecteur Lavardin. Bottom line: a fine extras package for a solid film.]
L'Enfer
(Fox Lorber/Orion, 100 min., not rated, French w/English subtitles, avail. July 25) Vol. 10, Issue 4
L'Enfer
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