The Day Of The Jackal - 1973 - 8/10
I recently watched Speakerine, set in the early 1960’s, and it was fair enough.
Nevertheless, for a top tier intrigue thriller of that era, try this -
Brilliant adaptation of Ludlam’s thriller.
Edward Fox peerless as “the Jackal,” hired by the OAS to assassinate DeGaulle.
Film is three narratives: French intelligence. British intelligence. The Jackal.
Agencies have difficulty dealing with the lone wolf, outside the compromised OAS.
Each side adjusts, but the assassin is resourceful.
Exceptional editing throughout. At two hours plus, the film never drags.
I cannot imagine this being made today without gadgets and booming music.
Riveting from beginning to end.