What is Monsieur Verdoux about?

Answer by  MrSpin500 (66)

Based on the idea by Orson Wells, "Monsieur Verdoux" is a 1947 black comedy film that was written, directed by and staring Charlie Chaplin. The film is about an unemployed banker, Henri Verdoux, and his sociopathic methods of attending income to help support his wife and child.

Answer by  nuttree (1596)

"Monsieur Verdoux" tells the story of a laid off bank employee, who supports his wife and child by marrying wealthy widows, and killing them. The film is considered black comedy because it treats serious, tragic subjects -- murder primarily, but also unemployment and the inequities of capitalism -- in a humorous way, including a number of slapstick episodes.

Answer by  eagle (16)

The movie Monsieur Verdoux is about an unemployed banker who marries wealthy widows and then murders them for attaining income. Since the events in the movie, such as murder, which is socially prohibited, is treated in a humorous manner while retaining seriousness it is regarded as a black comedy film.

Answer by  fieknasty (65)

The movies is saying that killing one person is the same as killing many people. The comedy that is in the movie is making fun of the rich widows.