Slap the Monster on Page One (1972)
Movie 1h 27m ★ 7.7/10 France
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, keep me on the edge
Released in 1972, Slap the Monster on Page One is a drama and thriller movie. It is directed by Marco Bellocchio. The cast includes Laura Betti, Jacques Herlin and Corrado Solari. The running time is 1h 27m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.7 out of 10.
69Tonight Score Very well rated, short enough for a weeknight, a classic.
Synopsis
Days before the general election, after a girl from a rich family is murdered in an attempted rape, the editor-in-chief of a conservative tabloid tries to derail the police investigation in order to help the right-wing candidates supported by his bosses.
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Cast & crew
- Marco BellocchioDirector
- Laura Bettias Rita Zigai
- Jacques Herlinas Lauri
- Corrado Solarias Mario Boni
- Marco Bellocchioas Compagno che incita alla calma (uncredited)
- John Steineras Ing. Montelli
- Gianni Solaroas Italo Martini
- Michel Bardinetas Vanzina
- Luigi Antonio Guerraas Speaker conferenza stampa in difesa di Boni
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Questions about Slap the Monster on Page One
- What genre is Slap the Monster on Page One?
- Slap the Monster on Page One is categorised as Drama, Thriller.
- Who stars in Slap the Monster on Page One?
- Laura Betti, Jacques Herlin, Corrado Solari, Marco Bellocchio, John Steiner appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Slap the Monster on Page One?
- Marco Bellocchio directed Slap the Monster on Page One.
- How long is Slap the Monster on Page One?
- Slap the Monster on Page One runs for 1h 27m (87 minutes).
- Is Slap the Monster on Page One worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Slap the Monster on Page One?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
