Among the various adaptations of Paul Feval's novel the modernity of that one lies in the fight scenes.
On the other hand the 1959 version starring Jean Marais was less dark. The murder of Nevers was not emphasized whereas the part is much important with Vincent Perez's great performance. Fabrice Luchini and Daniel Auteuil also give the best to their characters, but the result is less flamboyant as they are more humane.
This can be seen as the result of the Nouvelle Vague fight against the 1950s French popular cinema.
On the other hand the 1959 version starring Jean Marais was less dark. The murder of Nevers was not emphasized whereas the part is much important with Vincent Perez's great performance. Fabrice Luchini and Daniel Auteuil also give the best to their characters, but the result is less flamboyant as they are more humane.
This can be seen as the result of the Nouvelle Vague fight against the 1950s French popular cinema.