The Immortal Story

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An aged, wealthy trader plots with his servant to recreate a maritime tall tale, using a local woman and an unknown sailor as actors.

Released: Sep 18, 1968

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Jeanne Moreau

Virginie Ducrot

Orson Welles

Charles Clay

Roger Coggio

Elishama Levinsky

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