Question 1

What is the central plot of 'This Man Must Die'?

Accepted Answer

After his young son is killed in a hit and run accident, Charles Thenier resolves to hunt down and murder the killer, leading him to meet an actress who was in the car and her brother-in-law, a horrible individual.

Question 2

Which actor was originally considered for the role of Paul Decourt before Jean Yanne took it?

Accepted Answer

The role of Paul Decourt was first proposed to Philippe Noiret, but he refused, especially because he dreaded the boat scenes. Jean Yanne later accepted the part.

Question 3

How does this film adapt its source novel by C. Day Lewis?

Accepted Answer

Based on the 1930s British novel 'The Beast Must Die' by C. Day Lewis, this adaptation moves the action to modern-day France and entirely leaves out the original hero, amateur sleuth Nigel Strangeways.

Question 4

What is the biblical inspiration behind the film's title?

Accepted Answer

The title 'Que la bête meure' (This Man Must Die) is inspired by Ecclesiastes 3:19 from the Bible, which discusses the shared fate of men and beasts.

Question 5

Which award did 'This Man Must Die' receive in 1971?

Accepted Answer

The film won an award from the National Board of Review in 1971.

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