Question 1

Why is Inspector Bellamy described as a 'Maigret on vacation'?

Accepted Answer

Claude Chabrol said in an interview that the film is like a 'novel that Georges Simenon never wrote', a kind of 'Maigret on vacation'.

Question 2

Which real-life case inspired Inspector Bellamy?

Accepted Answer

The film is inspired by the Yves Dandonneau case.

Question 3

What is notable about Inspector Bellamy in Claude Chabrol's filmography?

Accepted Answer

It is the final film directed by Claude Chabrol.

Question 4

At which festivals was Inspector Bellamy screened in 2009?

Accepted Answer

It was screened at AFI Fest, Chicago International Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, and BFI London Film Festival in 2009.

Question 5

Who plays the lead role of Commissioner Paul Bellamy?

Accepted Answer

Gérard Depardieu plays Commissioner Paul Bellamy.

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