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Telefon (1977)

"They'll do anything to stop Telefon. The operation that can trigger 51 human time bombs."

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Directed by Don Siegel

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

EN

Release

December 16, 1977

Director

Don Siegel

Official Trailer

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Overview

Nicolai Dalchimski, a mad KGB agent steals a notebook full of names of "sleeping" undercover KGB agents sent to the U.S. in the 1950's. These agents got their assignments under hypnosis, so they can't remember their missions until they're told a line of a Robert Frost poem. Dalchimski flees to the U...

Cast

Charles Bronson

Charles Bronson

Major Grigori Borzov

Lee Remick

Lee Remick

Barbara

Donald Pleasence

Donald Pleasence

Nicolai Dalchimsky

Tyne Daly

Tyne Daly

Dorothy Putterman

Alan Badel

Alan Badel

Colonel Malchenko

Patrick Magee

Patrick Magee

General Strelsky

Sheree North

Sheree North

Marie Wills

Roy Jenson

Roy Jenson

Doug Stark

John Mitchum

John Mitchum

Harry Bascom

Jacqueline Scott

Jacqueline Scott

Mrs. Hassler

Frank Marth

Frank Marth

Harley Sandburg

Helen Page Camp

Helen Page Camp

Emma Stark

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Telefon (1977), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Nicolai Dalchimski, a mad KGB agent steals a notebook full of names of "sleeping" undercover KGB agents sent to the U.S. in the 1950's. These agents got their assignments under hypnosis, so they can't remember their missions until they're told a line of a Robert Frost poem. Dalchimski flees to the U.S. and starts phoning these agents who perform sabotage acts against military targets.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Telefon. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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