The Assassination

Darien, a left-wing police informant, is forced to lure his old friend Sadiel to Paris, allegedly to film a television special about the Third World. Sadiel, the exiled leader of a North African state, is being hunted by the ruthless Colonel Kassar, who will stop at nothing to capture his political rival. Once Sadiel arrives in Paris, Darien realizes he has been manipulated. He tries to turn back the clock, not realizing what or who he’s truly dealing with.

Directed by

Yves Boisset

Written by

Ben Barzman, Basilio Franchina

Genres

Thriller, History

Released

October 4, 1972

Runtime

2h 3m

Status

Released

Original title

L'Attentat

Language

French

Countries

France, Germany, Italy

Studios

AMLF, Corona Filmproduktion, Sancrosiap, Terzafilm Produzione Indipendente, Transinter Films