The Evil Women Do

In The Evil Women Do, Parisian vamp Ernestine Bergot assumes the identity of the affluent Englishwoman Sarah Brandon. Her scheme to ensnare the aging Count Ville Handry unfolds as she first targets banker Malgat, whom she ruins before setting her sights on the count. Despite the objections of his daughter, Ernestine convinces the count to marry her, gaining control of his wealth.

The film culminates in a dark twist, as the count, pushed to the brink by Ernestine's financial exploitation, contemplates suicide. However, just as he is about to take that step, Malgat exposes Ernestine's true identity to the authorities. In a tragic turn, it is Ernestine who chooses to end her life rather than face arrest, bringing her manipulative saga to a close. As a lost film, The Evil Women Do represents an intriguing slice of early cinema history, appealing to collectors interested in rare and forgotten works.