Polar
Synopsis
This film noir tends to stay within very conventional plot lines, as the narration by the main protagonist, private detective Eugene Tarpon Jean-François Balmer, recites a dreary litany of how he wanted to chuck his profession until an attractive woman shows up asking him to investigate the murder of her roommate, a porno star. Soon Tarpon is up to his neck in trouble: the police, gangsters, and the victim's lover are all out to get him.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Bral
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean-Patrick Manchette, Jacques Bral
- Original Title
- Polar
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Les Films Noirs, France•3
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Bral
Jean-Patrick Manchette, Jacques Bral
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Bral
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Jacques Bral
Director
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What is Polar about?
This film noir tends to stay within very conventional plot lines, as the narration by the main protagonist, private detective Eugene Tarpon Jean-François Balmer, recites a dreary litany of how he wanted to chuck his profession until an attractive woman shows up asking him to investigate the murder of her roommate, a porno star. Soon Tarpon is up to his neck in trouble: the police, gangsters, and the victim's lover are all out to get him.
Who directed Polar?
Polar was directed by Jacques Bral.
Who stars in Polar?
The principal cast of Polar includes Jean-François Balmer, Sandra Montaigu, Pierre Santini, Roland Dubillard, Claude Chabrol.
When was Polar released and how long is it?
Polar was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Is Polar based on a book or true story?
Polar is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jean-Patrick Manchette".