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1988 · 120 min · R

Frantic

Directed by Roman Polanski · Mystery, Thriller

Frantic (1988) is a Mystery film, directed by Roman Polanski set in Paris during the 1980s. It runs 120 minutes and is rated R.

A espionage and neo noir, with a tense tone. Themes of family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Ennio Morricone
Cinematography
Witold Sobociński
Cast
Harrison FordEmmanuelle SeignerBetty BuckleyDominique PinonJacques CironJohn MahoneyJimmie Ray WeeksDavid Huddleston

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Paris
Setting
Urban
When
1980s

Premise & themes

Premise
EspionageNeo Noir
Themes
Family & Loyalty
Tone
Tense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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