The Sin of Madelon Claudet

The Sin of Madelon Claudet (1931)

Passed 24 Oct 1931 • Crime, Drama, Romance • 1h 15m

French country girl Madelon falls for artist Larry, who leaves her after she becomes pregnant. She finds help from jewel thief Carlo, but he commits suicide when the police try to arrest him. Madelon is arrested and receives a ten year term in prison for assisting him in his profession. To support her son, who does not know that she's been in prison, she becomes a street walker, allowing him to attend medical school.

Edgar Selwyn
Director
Edward Knoblock, Ben Hecht, Charles MacArthur
Writer
Helen Hayes, Lewis Stone, Neil Hamilton
Starring

Language: English, French
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 3 wins total
Country: United States
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6.6

IMDb (1100 votes)