Z ★★★★ 1969 The assassination of a Greek nationalist in the 1960s and its aftermath are portrayed by the notorious political director as a gripping detective thriller. Excellent performances, adequate cinematic techniques, and important politics in this highly acclaimed film. 128m/C VHS. FR Yves Montand, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Irene Papas, Charles Denner, Georges Geret, Jacques Perrin, Francois Perier, Marcel Bozzuffi;
Director:
Constantin Costa-Gavras;
Writer:
Constantin Costa-Gavras;
Cameo:
Mikis Theodorakis. Oscars '69: Film Editing, Foreign Film; Cannes '69: Special Jury Prize, Actor (Trintignant); Golden Globes '70: Foreign Film; N.Y. Film Critics '69: Director (Costa-Gavras), Film; Natl. Soc. Film Critics '69: Film.
