State Reasons
La Raison d'État
Synopsis
Professor Marrot obtains the secret documents containing evidence of the illegal weapon transactions between the French government, in the face of its high official Leroi, and two African countries. Before making the public statement, Marrot finds himself under surveillance. In the critical circumstances his Italian friend and partner Angela takes action and the game continues.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 17, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- André Cayatte
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Curtelin, André Cayatte
- Original Score
- Vladimir Cosma
- Original Title
- La Raison d'État
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Mida Produzioni Cinematographiche, Paris-Cannes Productions, Alpes Cinéma
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
André Cayatte
Jean Curtelin, André Cayatte
Vladimir Cosma
Sergio Gobbi
Department Leadership Roster
André Cayatte
Director
Jean Curtelin
Writer
André Cayatte
Writer
Sergio Gobbi
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About State Reasons
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is State Reasons about?
Professor Marrot obtains the secret documents containing evidence of the illegal weapon transactions between the French government, in the face of its high official Leroi, and two African countries. Before making the public statement, Marrot finds himself under surveillance. In the critical circumstances his Italian friend and partner Angela takes action and the game continues.
Who directed State Reasons?
State Reasons was directed by André Cayatte.
Who stars in State Reasons?
The principal cast of State Reasons includes Jean Yanne, Monica Vitti, Michel Bouquet, François Périer, Jean-Claude Bouillon.
When was State Reasons released and how long is it?
State Reasons was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for State Reasons?
The original motion picture soundtrack for State Reasons was composed by Vladimir Cosma.
What is the age rating and content advisory for State Reasons?
State Reasons holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).