Secret Defense (1998)
After biologist Sylvie discovers her brother Paul trying to steal a gun from her lab, he explains that he wishes to avenge the death of their father whom he suspects died at the hands of his business partner.
Director: Jacques Rivette
Genre: Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Runtime: 174 min
Release Date: March 18, 1998
Cast
- Sandrine Bonnaire - Sylvie
- Laure Marsac - Véronique / Ludivine
- Françoise Fabian - Geneviève
- Christine Vouilloz - Myriam
- Mark Saporta - Jules
- Sara Louis - Carole
- Hermine Karagheuz - L'infirmière
- Bernadette Giraud - Marthe
- Micheline Herzog - Sabine
- Patrick Le Bouar - Robert
Screenplay
- Emmanuelle Cuau (Scenario Writer)
- Jacques Rivette (Scenario Writer)
- Pascal Bonitzer (Scenario Writer)
- Emmanuelle Cuau
- Jacques Rivette
Cinematography: William Lubtchansky
Editing: Nicole Lubtchansky
Production: Sofinergie 4, Pierre Grise Productions, T&C Film, Alia Films, La Sept Cinéma, Canal+
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Themes
Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Heavy Consequences of Friendship Betrayal, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Uncontrollable Anger and Destruction, Spirit of Vengeance and Unrelenting Anger
Keywords
subway, death of father, revenge
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Secret Defense about?
- After biologist Sylvie discovers her brother Paul trying to steal a gun from her lab, he explains that he wishes to avenge the death of their father whom he suspects died at the hands of his business partner.
- Who directed Secret Defense?
- Secret Defense was directed by Jacques Rivette.
- Who stars in Secret Defense?
- Secret Defense stars Sandrine Bonnaire, Laure Marsac, Françoise Fabian, Christine Vouilloz, Mark Saporta, Sara Louis.
- How long is Secret Defense?
- Secret Defense has a runtime of 2h 54m (174 minutes).
- What genre is Secret Defense?
- Secret Defense is a Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller film.
- Where was Secret Defense produced?
- Secret Defense was produced in France.
- What are the themes of Secret Defense?
- The themes of Secret Defense include: Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Heavy Consequences of Friendship Betrayal, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Uncontrollable Anger and Destruction, Spirit of Vengeance and Unrelenting Anger.