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The Assassination

1972Movie2 h 3 minPG

73
GoodGoodWatch score

A nerve-racking, intriguing thriller movie about politics and history.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Story

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.

Feels like

  • Political Thriller
  • Cold War Era
  • Espionage Drama
  • Moral Dilemma
  • Intriguing Conspiracy
  • Tense & Suspenseful
  • Character-Driven Plot
  • Betrayal & Deception
  • Bleak Outlook

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Directed by
Yves Boisset

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Facts

October 4, 1972 · 2 h 3 min · PG

Released
October 4, 1972
Runtime
2 h 3 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence
Genres
Thriller, History
Original language
French
Made in
France, Germany, Italy
Available in
4 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Assassination?"

Questions about The Assassination

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Where can I stream The Assassination?

In the United States, The Assassination is free with ads on Kanopy. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is The Assassination worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 6.9).

Is The Assassination okay for kids?

PGViolence

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Will I feel good after watching The Assassination?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 5 for melancholy, against 1 for hopefulness.

Is The Assassination in English?

French

No, it was made in French.