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The Story of a Cheat

Presented by Cleveland Institute of Art and The Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque at The Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque, Cleveland OH

Jun 03 2023

In the movie, an aging, charismatic card sharp and petty thief (Guitry) sits in a café writing his memoirs. As he looks back over his eventful life, he explains how—for him—dishonesty was the best policy.

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Film Classics in 35mm!

France, 1936, Sacha Guitry

This French comedy classic is widely regarded as the greatest film by the popular and prolific playwright, screenwriter, and actor Sacha Guitry (1885-1957). It also inspired some of the leading lights of the French New Wave. Almost all of the action in the film is pantomimed to Guitry’s witty, charming, subversive voiceover. “A masterpiece of wit, style and invention.” –Holt Foreign Film Guide. Subtitles. 35mm. 83 min. ... view more »

ADMISSION INFO

Special admission is $14; members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $11. No passes.

Masks are currently optional for moviegoers, but still encouraged. Learn more under the “Face Coverings” section at cia.edu/covid.

As a reminder, filmgoers can park for free in Lot 73 and in the Institute’s annex lot, and should enter CIA via nearby Entrance C. Click here for a map.

Website: https://www.cia.edu/cinematheque/film-schedule/2023/06/the-story-of-a-cheat