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Mon coeur au ralenti Synopsis
La châtelaine du Liban Synopsis
The story, a tale of political and amorous intrigue in Beirut, is based on one of Pierre Benoit's novels, " La Chatelaine du Liban," and the film exploits the scenic backgrounds of the novel, Beirut, Palmyra and the Syrian Desert. A young captain in the Camel Corps. goes mad when he finds himself on the point of selling his country's secrets to get the money to satisfy the enchantress whose mysterious activities are concerned with espionage. The captain's eventual return to his Camel Corps. and the desert provides the opportunity for a fight with Bedouins, which marks the dramatic climax of the film.
"Mon coeur au ralenti" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "La châtelaine du Liban" offers its own unique cult appeal.
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Mon coeur au ralenti