The Menace
Originally released in 1961. The Menace is a drama film. directed by Gérard Oury. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Hossein, Marie-José Nat, and Paolo Stoppa
Synopsis
Josepha is on the verge eighteen living with her drunken washed up actor uncle. She longs for the companionship of a group of her mo-ped riding peers who dabble in activities on the shady side of a legal dividing line. In order to get the semi-delinquent group to accept her, Josepha runs to the police with a tall tale about the local druggist, Savary. The police are looking for a sex murderer, and Josepha insists Savary is their man. What she does not know, however, can do her considerable damage.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Menace about?
Josepha is on the verge eighteen living with her drunken washed up actor uncle. She longs for the companionship of a group of her mo-ped riding peers who dabble in activities on the shady side of ...
Who directed The Menace?
The Menace was directed by Gérard Oury.
How long is The Menace?
The Menace has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was The Menace released?
The Menace was released on March 1, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Menace?
The main cast of The Menace includes Robert Hossein, Marie-José Nat, Paolo Stoppa, Robert Dalban, Elsa Martinelli.