An ex-convict is recruited to deliver a suitcase whose contents are coveted by a variety of secret agents. When he runs off with the suitcase, the local police grab his girlfriend to ensure the safe delivery of the secret contents. The spies, police and free lance adventure seekers all go after the man and his coveted package. He must decide whether or not to blow up the contents when faced with a showdown with the authorities.
Credits: Producer, Jean Thuillier ; director, Jean-Claude Bonnardot ; writers, Jean-Claude Bonnardot, Jacqueline Sundstrom, Alexandre Tabor ; photography, Jean Badal ; music, Samson Francois.
Cast: Laurent Terzieff, Hildergarde Neff, Philippe Noiret, Michel Vitold, Daniel Emilfork, Etienne Bierry.
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ACMI Identifier
X000395
Languages
English
French
Subject category
Foreign language films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)