Bardot is on trial for murdering her lover. The prosecution says the crime was premeditated and the death penalty should be invoked, while the defense says that her crime was one of passion. Bardot's story is told in flashback. She had been living a bohemian life on the Left Bank. After
having an affair with her sister's boy friend Frey, a young music student, she continues to engage in numerous sexual encounters. But Frey has fallen for her and the two have a terrific fight. She ends up a streetwalker, while Frey becomes a celebrated symphony conductor. Bardot learns that Frey
has become engaged to her sister (Nat) and comes to realize that Frey is the only man sh...
Released:
1960
Rated:
NR
Length:
127 mins