Z

Z

1969 · 122 min · FR · NR · 7.8 (658 votes)
Dir. Costa-Gavras · Starring Yves Montand, Irene Papas, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Jacques Perrin, Charles Denner, François Périer · Music Míkis Theodorakis

“He is alive!”

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A prominent politician is murdered during a demonstration. The government and army are trying to suppress the truth, but a tenacious magistrate is determined not to let them get away with it.

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A relentless, urgent pursuit of truth against overwhelming odds. This film crackles with righteous anger and paranoia, pulling you into a desperate race against a shadowy, powerful establishment. It feels like a ticking clock counting down to exposure.

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