Madam Berre, the widow of an African traveler, has a lion and two lionesses in her conservatory. Fred, a servant who abuses her beasts, is sent away by her. Under the pretense of haven forgotten his hat, he comes back while Mrs. Berre receives guests that evening and takes his revenge.
Direction
Feuillade builds dread with minimal cuts, maximum menace.
Practical Effects
Real lions in a conservatory — no stunt doubles, no insurance.
Director
Louis Feuillade
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Feuillade shot this between his famous Fantômas serials, proving he could terrify without a masked villain.
The 'exotic' African lion as pet reflects France's colonial gaze — the beasts are decor until they reclaim agency.
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