The Madman

Claude Goretta
1971-01-11


6.5
87 min

George is a middle-aged man who lives with his disabled wife. He faces dire financial straits after an investment firm wipes out his life savings and forces him into early retirement. Consequently, he becomes increasingly disillusioned and desperate, which ultimately drives him to the brink of insanity.

Cast

Name Character Team
François Simon George Plond Unowned
Camille Fournier Jeanne Plond Unowned
Arnold Walter Alain Burnier Unowned
Pierre Walker Director Unowned
André Neury Police inspector Unowned
Jean Claudio Business agent Unowned
Frédérique Meininger Simone Unowned
Jean-Luc Bideau Jean-Luc Unowned
Roland Amstutz Policeman Unowned