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The Third Solution

April 8, 1988 1h 51m 3.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1988. The Third Solution is a thriller/crime film. directed by Pasquale Squitieri.

Starring Treat Williams, F. Murray Abraham, and Danny Aiello

Synopsis

The Roman Catholic Pope is planning a reconciliatory meeting with the head of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, an event awaited for many generations. But suddenly, right while the Pope is addressing the crowds gathered in the Piazza Navone, a nun is assassinated by a Ukrainian, placing the upcoming talks between the two leaders in jeopardy. And the head of the American diplomatic corps (the nun was an American) assigns the investigation of the killing to one of his underlings, which leads the young man to investigate the Russicum, a center for the study of Russia within the Vatican city. And from there he finds himself caught up in an intrigue of international proportions, filled with agents and double agents, and ending with a revelation most unexpected.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 8, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
User Rating 3.0/10 Mixed (2 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Tripictures
  • Cecchi Gori Group
  • Tiger Cinematografica

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Third Solution about?

The Roman Catholic Pope is planning a reconciliatory meeting with the head of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, an event awaited for many generations. But suddenly, right while the Pope is addressing ...

Who directed The Third Solution?

The Third Solution was directed by Pasquale Squitieri.

How long is The Third Solution?

The Third Solution has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was The Third Solution released?

The Third Solution was released on April 8, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Third Solution?

The main cast of The Third Solution includes Treat Williams, F. Murray Abraham, Danny Aiello, Rita Rusić, Nigel Court.