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A Thousand Billion Dollars (1982)

6.919822h 12mFR
Thriller

Directed by Henri Verneuil

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

2h 12m

Language

FR

Release

February 9, 1982

Director

Henri Verneuil

Overview

A young journalist uncovers an assassination disguised as a suicide, linked to an American multinational seeking to dominate French industries. Determined to expose the truth, he races against time to gather evidence before more lives—and his own—are at stake.

Top Cast

Patrick DewaereMichel AuclairCaroline CellierCharles DennerAnny DupereyJeanne Moreau

Cast

Patrick Dewaere

Patrick Dewaere

Paul Kerjean

Michel Auclair

Michel Auclair

Michel Saint-Claude, director of GTI-Europe

Caroline Cellier

Caroline Cellier

Hélène Kerjean

Charles Denner

Charles Denner

Walter, private detective

Anny Duperey

Anny Duperey

Laura Weber, JBL's mistress

Jeanne Moreau

Jeanne Moreau

Madame Benoît-Lambert

Mel Ferrer

Mel Ferrer

Cornelius A. Woaegen, president of GTI

Jean-Laurent Cochet

Jean-Laurent Cochet

Serge Hartmann, director of La Tribune

Fernand Ledoux

Fernand Ledoux

Mr. Guérande

André Falcon

André Falcon

Pierre Bayen, editor-in-chief

Claude Vernier

Claude Vernier

Dr. Gerhard Kramer

Édith Scob

Édith Scob

Madame Bronsky

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Thousand Billion Dollars (1982), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A young journalist uncovers an assassination disguised as a suicide, linked to an American multinational seeking to dominate French industries. Determined to expose the truth, he races against time to gather evidence before more lives—and his own—are at stake.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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