The Corpse (1936)

The Corpse tells the sordid tale of three brothers, odious and blind money-grabbers who murdered a young peasant for the tidy sum he had won in the lottery. An ageing whore discovers their secret and treacherously sets up between the two murderers a rivalry for her affections. They finish up each killing the other, whilst the idiot brother scatters to the four winds their ill-gotten gains.

Director: Emile Georges de Meyst
Runtime: 67 min
Release Date:
Production: Porcibel
Country: Belgium
Language: Français
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Emile Georges de Meyst

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Corpse about?
The Corpse tells the sordid tale of three brothers, odious and blind money-grabbers who murdered a young peasant for the tidy sum he had won in the lottery. An ageing whore discovers their secret and treacherously sets up between the two murderers a rivalry for her affections. They finish up each killing the other, whilst the idiot brother scatters to the four winds their ill-gotten gains.
Who directed The Corpse?
The Corpse was directed by Emile Georges de Meyst.
How long is The Corpse?
The Corpse has a runtime of 1h 7m (67 minutes).
Where was The Corpse produced?
The Corpse was produced in Belgium.