Los 4 Golpes
Synopsis
In 1962 while presenting Jules et Jim at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival, which earned him the Best Director Award, François Truffaut shot this playful short film in 16 mm. A brief black‑and‑white sketch featuring Truffaut himself as a would-be assassin staging a comic murder in the lobby of the Hotel Hermitage. The film was rarely seen until its rediscovery and screening at MDQFF 2016.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- François Truffaut
- Screenplay & Story
- Jorge de' Angeli, Gloria Alcorta
- Original Score
- Johann Sebastian Bach
- Original Title
- Los 4 Golpes
- Country of Origin
- Argentina
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
François Truffaut
Jorge de' Angeli, Gloria Alcorta
Johann Sebastian Bach
Department Leadership Roster
Jorge de' Angeli
Writer
Johann Sebastian Bach
Original Music Composer
François Truffaut
Director
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François Truffaut
Films directed by François Truffaut.
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Nouvelle Vague films, 1958 to 1973, by the movement's directors.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Los 4 Golpes
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What is Los 4 Golpes about?
In 1962 while presenting Jules et Jim at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival, which earned him the Best Director Award, François Truffaut shot this playful short film in 16 mm. A brief black‑and‑white sketch featuring Truffaut himself as a would-be assassin staging a comic murder in the lobby of the Hotel Hermitage. The film was rarely seen until its rediscovery and screening at MDQFF 2016.
Who directed Los 4 Golpes?
Los 4 Golpes was directed by François Truffaut.
Who stars in Los 4 Golpes?
The principal cast of Los 4 Golpes includes François Truffaut, Gloria Alcorta, Christiane Rochefort, Marie Laforêt.
When was Los 4 Golpes released and how long is it?
Los 4 Golpes was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Los 4 Golpes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Los 4 Golpes was composed by Johann Sebastian Bach.