The most interesting of the thrillers that Serge Leroy directed in the
1970s and '80s is this topical neo-polar which explores the dilemmas
faced by journalists when trying to expose political
scandals. Coming in the wake of a series of real-life
political exposés, the film was relevant for its time and
continues to be relevant, although today (thanks to the growth of the
internet and instant communication) it looks as if the shoe is now
distinctly on the other foot. Whilst the film is poorly plotted
and stylistically bland (Leroy directed some of the dullest French
polars), compelling central performances from Philippe Noiret and
Nicole Garcia make it eminently watchable.
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Film Synopsis
Catherine Carré presents the French evening news with charm and
an irreproachable professionalism. However, her personal
ambitions and journalistic integrity come into conflict when news
reporter Yves Dorget, an old flame of hers, uncovers evidence that the
French government has been complicit in the illegal sale of arms to a
developing country. When Catherine is given a video cassette
that confirms Dorget's story, she decides to broadcasts its
contents. Immediately, the government acts to discredit
her...
Cast:Philippe Noiret (Yves Dorget),
Nicole Garcia (Catherine Carre),
Roland Blanche (Andre Villechaise),
Michel Subor (Xavier Mareche),
Jean Lescot (Superintendant Berchner),
François-Eric Gendron (Remy Marie),
Christian Bouillette (Giovanetti),
Bernard Freyd (Ministre porte parole du Gouvernement),
Jean-Claude Brialy (TV director),
Mireille Delcroix (Mr Santini),
Toni Cecchinato,
Pierre Fabien,
Pascal Légitimus,
Danielle Durou,
Arlette Gilbert,
François Duval,
Pierre Aknine,
Gilda Albertoni,
Anne Aubriot,
Pierre Belot
Country: France
Language: French
Support: Color
Runtime: 95 min
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