Z (1969) movie poster

Z (1969)

"He is alive!"
ThumbScore
👍 49%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 90% (RT: 94%, MC: 86) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ThrillerCrimeDrama

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Director
Costa-Gavras
Runtime
2h 2m
Country
Algeria, France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.8/10 (610 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
94%
Metacritic
86
Cast
Irene Papas as Hélène
Jean-Louis Trintignant as Examining Magistrate
Jacques Perrin as Photojournalist
Charles Denner as Manuel
François Périer as Public Prosecutor
Pierre Dux as Gendarmerie General Missou
Audiences say no. Just 49% of audiences liked it based on 610 votes. Critics rated it higher at 90%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
A prominent politician is murdered during a demonstration. The government and army are trying to suppress the truth, but a tenacious magistrate is determined to not to let them get away with it. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During production of Z, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Z is a 1969 thriller, crime, drama film directed by Costa-Gavras. A prominent politician is murdered during a demonstration. The government and army are trying to suppress the truth, but a tenacious magistrate is determined to not to let them get away with it.

The film has been rated by 610 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, Z delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Z (1969) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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