Diabolique (1955) & Discussion

Diabolique (1955) follows the wife and mistress of a cruel headmaster who join forces to murder him. When his body mysteriously disappears after the killing, the two women become trapped in a series of increasingly unsettling events. This critically acclaimed French film has influenced filmmakers including Alfred Hitchcock, whose *Psycho* bears its imprint, as well as William Friedkin’s *The Exorcist* and other works. This encore screening will be followed by a discussion led by Matt Taylor.

When: November 7, 2026

Showtime: 1:00 PM

Run time: 177 minutes

Genre/Language: Foreign

Director: Henri-Georges Clouzot

Cast: Simone Signoret, Vera Clouzot, and Paul Meurisse

Discussion: A post-screening discussion led by Matt Taylor

Venue: Cinema Salem

Tickets: Price not available