The Innocent Sleep
"The Truth Can Be Murder"
Originally released in 1996. The Innocent Sleep is a thriller film. directed by Scott Michell.
Starring Rupert Graves, Annabella Sciorra, and Michael Gambon
Synopsis
Inspired by the 1982 Roberto Calvi Affair in which an Italian banker was found hanging from a bridge across the River Thames, the story follows Alan, a man from Northern England who is homeless after the loss of his wife and job. One night while sleeping in a deserted building, Alan witnesses the murder of a high-profile businessman. He attempts to leave the scene unnoticed, but the killers realize that someone has seen them commit the crime. He goes to the police only to discover that one of the killers is leading the case. To stay alive, Alan recruits the help of Billie Hayman, an American journalist, to cover his story.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 25, 1996
30 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Timedial Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Innocent Sleep about?
Inspired by the 1982 Roberto Calvi Affair in which an Italian banker was found hanging from a bridge across the River Thames, the story follows Alan, a man from Northern England who is homeless aft...
Who directed The Innocent Sleep?
The Innocent Sleep was directed by Scott Michell.
How long is The Innocent Sleep?
The Innocent Sleep has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was The Innocent Sleep released?
The Innocent Sleep was released on January 25, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Innocent Sleep?
The main cast of The Innocent Sleep includes Rupert Graves, Annabella Sciorra, Michael Gambon, Franco Nero, Oliver Cotton.