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The Day of the Jackal, 1973

Starring: Edward Fox, Alan Badel

Directed by: Fred Zinnemann

Written by: Kenneth Ross

Language: English, Italian, French

Country: UK, France

Runtime: 143 min

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Rating:7.8

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The Day of the Jackal can be described as exciting, suspenseful, and rough. The plot revolves around an assassination attempt, state affairs, and law enforcement. The main genres are drama, thriller, and action. In terms of style, The Day of the Jackal involves twists and turns. In approach, it is serious and realistic. It is located in France. The Day of the Jackal takes place in the 1960s. It is based on a book. The movie has received attention for being critically acclaimed. Note that The Day of the Jackal involves violent content.

Summary of The Day of the Jackal

This suspense thriller about a daring plot to murder Charles De Gaulle is based on Frederick Forsyth's best-seller. The movie's suspenseful pace is tied to the incredibly careful and intricate planning the man code-named "the Jackal" does in preparation for the hit. This classic was watered down and remade in 1997 as The Jackal.