Hell Train
Originally released in 1985. Hell Train is a crime/drama film. directed by Roger Hanin.
Starring Roger Hanin, Hammou Graïa, and Christine Pascal
Synopsis
Hell Train is a French film based on a true story. One evening at a ball in a small town, a fight breaks out in an atmosphere tinged with racism. Three of the ringleaders end up at the police station. The next day, November 14, 1983, on the Bordeaux-Ventimiglia train, the three men who were candidates for enlistment in the Foreign Legion beat Habib Grimzi, a 26-year-old Algerian, before throwing him out of a window. A young woman, who witnessed the murder, alerted the police. The investigation begins in a climate of extreme tension. In the city, provocations and attacks are increasing...
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 9, 1985
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Canal+
- Hachette Première
- Fox-Hachette
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hell Train about?
Hell Train is a French film based on a true story. One evening at a ball in a small town, a fight breaks out in an atmosphere tinged with racism. Three of the ringleaders end up at the police stati...
Who directed Hell Train?
Hell Train was directed by Roger Hanin.
How long is Hell Train?
Hell Train has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Hell Train released?
Hell Train was released on January 9, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hell Train?
The main cast of Hell Train includes Roger Hanin, Hammou Graïa, Christine Pascal, Karim Allaoui, Gérard Klein.