The Sword and the Balance
Watch TrailerThree young men are suspected of kidnapping and murdering a little boy. Most likely, two of them are really involved, but one is not. All of their pasts are questionable, riddled with violence and controversy. Neither the police nor the court can decide how to solve that puzzle.
Watch online
Click to play
📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le Glaive et la Balance |
| Year | 1963 |
| Country | France, Italy |
| Genre | Drama, Thriller, Crime |
| Director | André Cayatte |
| Runtime | 138 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.6/10 (12 votes) |
📺 Where to Watch
Unfortunately, we couldn't find any official platforms or free sites for this title yet.
Try finding similar movies with our AI-powered search
🎬 MovieFinder's Take
This is quietly operating cinema. No big events, no crisis turns — just people and how they live through what happens to them.
Strengths: atmosphere, actors, accuracy of detail. Weaknesses: the pace isn't for everyone, the ending may feel unresolved.
For people who watch films for feeling, not entertainment.
Director: André Cayatte
— MovieFinder Editorial
Best Watched
Viewing atmosphere: An evening when your mind is at peace. With someone you can sit in silence with after. Wine or tea.
🎭 Cast
💬 Audience Reviews
Audience Score
Write a Review
Quick rating — tap to vote:
Or write a full review: