The Cheat
Alternative title: La triche

Directed by Yannick Bellon

In Bordeaux, a gay man's murder leads Inspector Verta to investigate. He develops feelings for Bernard, a musician suspect, jeopardizing his marriage and impartiality in the case.
The Cheat is a restrained French drama about relationships, betrayal and the emotional consequences of secrecy. Yannick Bellon brings a serious, adult tone to the material, and the performances give its moral complications more nuance than straightforward melodrama.

The Cheat

Alternative title: La triche

Directed by Yannick Bellon

In Bordeaux, a gay man's murder leads Inspector Verta to investigate. He develops feelings for Bernard, a musician suspect, jeopardizing his marriage and impartiality in the case.

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The Cheat is a restrained French drama about relationships, betrayal and the emotional consequences of secrecy. Yannick Bellon brings a serious, adult tone to the material, and the performances give its moral complications more nuance than straightforward melodrama.