Criminal Brigade (1950 film)

Criminal Brigade is a 1950 French crime film directed by Maurice Frydland and starring Gilbert Gil, Nadine Alari, and Julien Carette. The film is also known by the alternative title Brigade criminelle.

The film centers around a Parisian detective squad, the "Brigade Criminelle," tasked with solving a complex case involving a gang of ruthless criminals. The storyline follows the detectives as they investigate the suspects, navigate the dangerous Parisian underworld, and attempt to bring the criminals to justice.

While not widely known or considered a classic of French cinema, Criminal Brigade offers a glimpse into the post-war French crime film genre and the depiction of law enforcement in that era. It is part of a tradition of films focused on police procedures and the struggle against organized crime that became popular in France. The film features the typical noir elements of its time period.