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Beauty and the Devil

In this reimagining of the classic Faust tale, an elderly alchemist makes a pact with the mysterious Mephistopheles, trading his mortality for a chance to regain his youthful vitality.

In a 18th-century university, Professor Henri Faust, an alchemist, feels disillusioned after 50 years of research, still seeking the secrets of nature. Mephistopheles, a servant of Lucifer, appears and offers Faust youth and a new life in exchange for his soul. As Faust becomes younger, his focus shifts from science to women, and Mephistopheles, now disguised as Faust's former self, sets traps to tempt his friend's soul.

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Info about Beauty and the Devil

Studio(s): Franco London Films, Universalia Film

Originally Released: United States, Mar 16, 1950

Production Countries: France, Italy

Genres:Comedy, Drama, Fantasy