Time of the Wolves
Le Temps des loups
Synopsis
Patterning himself after the American gangster John Dillinger, the criminal (Robert Hossein) is tracked by the inspector (Charles Aznavour), a former childhood friend. Plenty of gunplay and psychology is used to trap the killer. His only tender moments are spent with his girlfriend Stella (Virna Lisi). Dillinger is cornered by the police and kills several innocent victims in a crowd during the shootout. The mob decides to take things into their own hands as they approach the doomed man with a noose when he runs out of bullets.
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Robert Hossein
Dillinger
Charles Aznavour
Commissioner Kramer
Virna Lisi
Stella Menzoni
Albert Minski
Hood
Geneviève Thénier
Geneviève
Henri Crémieux
Principal
Roger Coggio
Innkeeper
François Cadet
Antonio Passalia
Lucien
Fred Ulysse
Jean
Félix Marten
Boss of the cabaret
Robert Dalban
Garage owner
Jacques Castelot
Investigating judge
Georges Berthomieu
André Rouyer
Guy Marly
Director of the gaming circle
Philippe Chauveau
Jean Franval
S.N.C.F. employee
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sergio Gobbi
- Screenplay & Story
- Sergio Gobbi
- Original Score
- Georges Garvarentz
- Original Title
- Le Temps des loups
- Country of Origin
- France, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Les Films Fernand Rivers, Lira Films, Paris-Cannes Productions, Seven Film, Alexandra Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sergio Gobbi
Sergio Gobbi, Georges Tabet, André Tabet
Georges Garvarentz
Daniel Diot
Gabriel Rongier
Fernand Rivers, Ralph Baum
Department Leadership Roster
Sergio Gobbi
Director
Guy Littaye
Production Design
Sergio Gobbi
Screenplay
Fernand Rivers
Producer
Georges Garvarentz
Original Music Composer
Gabriel Rongier
Editor
Daniel Diot
Director of Photography
Ralph Baum
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time of the Wolves
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What is Time of the Wolves about?
Patterning himself after the American gangster John Dillinger, the criminal (Robert Hossein) is tracked by the inspector (Charles Aznavour), a former childhood friend. Plenty of gunplay and psychology is used to trap the killer. His only tender moments are spent with his girlfriend Stella (Virna Lisi). Dillinger is cornered by the police and kills several innocent victims in a crowd during the shootout. The mob decides to take things into their own hands as they approach the doomed man with a noose when he runs out of bullets.
Who directed Time of the Wolves?
Time of the Wolves was directed by Sergio Gobbi.
Who stars in Time of the Wolves?
The principal cast of Time of the Wolves includes Robert Hossein, Charles Aznavour, Virna Lisi, Albert Minski, Geneviève Thénier.
When was Time of the Wolves released and how long is it?
Time of the Wolves was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Time of the Wolves?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Time of the Wolves was composed by Georges Garvarentz.