Cast
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Lino Ventura
as Romain Dupre
Angie Dickinson
as Karen
Laurent Malet
as Julien Dupre
Holly McLaren
as Nancy
Donald Pleasence
as Albert Rumpelmayer
Chris Wiggins
as MacKenzie
Lisa Pelikan
as Anne
R.H. Thomson
as Borke
Peter Hicks
as Lentini
Sonny Forbes
as Le boxeur noir
Vlasta Vrana
as Le gérant du club
Édouard Carpentier
as Portier du Club
Aubert Pallascio
as Parker
Olivier Guespin
as Julien adolescent
Andrew Semple
as Young man in Disco
Crew
Director
- Claude Pinoteau
Writer
- Jean-Claude Carrière
- Claude Pinoteau
Producer
- Alexandre Mnouchkine
- Georges Dancigers
- Denis Héroux
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Angry Man examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Claude Pinoteau brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1979, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Angry Man took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 157 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1979, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 14, 1979
- Runtime: 1h 37m