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The Fire Within
Although his alcoholism has been treated, Alain still feels he is deeply unwell and does not feel he can leave the detoxification clinic once and for all. His wife, living in New York, continues to pay for his treatment, but no longer contacts him directly. He intends to commit suicide, but first takes a ride to Paris to catch up with old friends.
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The Fire Within
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Oct 15, 1963
Runtime
1h 48m
Genres
Drama
User Score
76%
Original Title
Le Feu follet
Production Companies
Nouvelles Éditions de Films (NEF)
Director
Louis Malle
Description
Although his alcoholism has been treated, Alain still feels he is deeply unwell and does not feel he can leave the detoxification clinic once and for all. His wife, living in New York, continues to pay for his treatment, but no longer contacts him directly. He intends to commit suicide, but first takes a ride to Paris to catch up with old friends.
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