Rich, amoral Zelie is married to Pierre Boucheron, "The Rat," but her interest in another man is an open secret. Forced to defend his honor, the Rat takes refuge in his old domain of the Paris underworld.
Okay, so here's the deal with The Return of the Rat. If you’re not already knee-deep in early cinema, especially British silent-era stuff, this one might be a bit of a slog, honestly. It’s got that classic melodrama feel, all about honor and dark secrets, which could be a real treat if you’re into tracing film history ...
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"Okay, so here's the deal with The Return of the Rat. If you’re not already knee-deep in early cinema, especially British silent-era stuff, this one might be a bit of a slog, honestly. It’s got that classic melodrama feel, all about honor and dark secrets, which could be a real treat if you’re into tracing film history or really admire Ivor Novello. But for most folks just looking for a casual movie night? Probably best to skip it unless you're feeling super patient. It’s definitely not for anyon..."
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