Rene the Cane movie poster

Rene the Cane

February 16, 1977 1h 37m 4.1/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 1977. Rene the Cane is a crime/drama film. directed by Francis Girod.

Starring Gérard Depardieu, Sylvia Kristel, and Michel Piccoli

Synopsis

"René la Canne" was the second collaboration between Francis Girod and Ennio Morricone, coming after "Le Trio Infernal" (1974) and before "La Banquière" (1980). His film is an adaptation of a story by Roger Borniche about the gangster René Girier and relates the fantastic adventures of a flamboyant mobster (René/Gérard Depardieu) and a maverick police inspector (Fernand la Sournoise/Michel Piccoli), through the 1940s.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 16, 1977 48 years ago
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Runtime 1h 37m 97 minutes total
User Rating 4.1/10 Mixed (7 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Président Films
  • Rizzoli Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rene the Cane about?

"René la Canne" was the second collaboration between Francis Girod and Ennio Morricone, coming after "Le Trio Infernal" (1974) and before "La Banquière" (1980). His film is an adaptation of a sto...

Who directed Rene the Cane?

Rene the Cane was directed by Francis Girod.

How long is Rene the Cane?

Rene the Cane has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).

When was Rene the Cane released?

Rene the Cane was released on February 16, 1977 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Rene the Cane?

The main cast of Rene the Cane includes Gérard Depardieu, Sylvia Kristel, Michel Piccoli, Riccardo Garrone, Jacques Jouanneau.