Red Circle, The ( cercle rouge, Le ) Movie Information

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Overall Rank: 1065

Average Rating: 3.1/4

# of Ratings: 34

Theatrical Release Date: 10/20/1970

Language: French

Genre: Crime, Drama

MPAA Rating: NR

Director: Jean-Pierre Melville

Actors: Alain Delon, Bourvil, Gian Maria Volontè, Yves Montand, Paul Crauchet, Paul Amiot

Plot: An aristocratic just-paroled thief, an escaped murderer and an alcoholic ex-police sharpshooter form an unlikely trio bent on pulling off a daring jewel heist. Standing in their way is a vengeful mob boss, a persistent police superintendent. In this world, no on is innocent. -- Chris Kavan

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Rating of
3/4

mitchellyoung - wrote on 03/09/2013

This is a heist story told without frills. Melville creates an intriguing cast of characters with differing goals and motives, but roots his characters in reality. We can believe that these characters can come together to pull off this heist (which they do, with brutal efficiency) and we don't need Hollywood special effects or flashy backstories to get drawn into their web of deception and plotting. The film's masterful heist scene is famous for its economy of dialogue and straightforward attention to detail, but, really, the whole film offers in a very observational manner - as if we are given a brief glimpse into these characters' lives.

Rating of
3.5/4

Chris Kavan - wrote on 07/26/2012

This is a magnificent crime/drama where the characters are just as important as the story itself. The pace is a bit slow, but you are awarded with outstanding cinematography, wonderful acting and unforgettable story. I wasn't sure what to expect, as crime is not my usual pick for movies, but I highly recommend this.

Rating of
3/4

GJ81 - wrote on 03/30/2009

Perhaps a little too slow, but nevertheless, for a crime drama, it sets a high standard. Its downbeat and never plays the sauve card like other crime films, instead it exists in its own little sinister world. Alain Delon is the quiet, brooding lead the film shadows. And it contains a great heist scene, shot in real time and with very little sound. Like you're right there with them. Definately worth your time.

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