The Salamander movie poster

The Salamander

"SAVAGE—LAZY—SEDUCTIVE—FRAGILE—SMART—FASCINATING—ALIVE"

October 27, 1971 2h 5m 6.7/10 (39 votes)

Originally released in 1971. The Salamander is a drama/comedy film. directed by Alain Tanner. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Bulle Ogier, Jean-Luc Bideau, and Jacques Denis

Synopsis

Pierre and Paul, journalist and writer respectively, team up to write a screenplay based on the real story of a young woman accused by her uncle of trying to kill him. They decide to meet her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 27, 1971 54 years ago
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Runtime 2h 5m 125 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (39 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Switzerland + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Svocine
  • Filmograph
  • Forum Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Salamander about?

Pierre and Paul, journalist and writer respectively, team up to write a screenplay based on the real story of a young woman accused by her uncle of trying to kill him. They decide to meet her.

Who directed The Salamander?

The Salamander was directed by Alain Tanner.

How long is The Salamander?

The Salamander has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

When was The Salamander released?

The Salamander was released on October 27, 1971 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Salamander?

The main cast of The Salamander includes Bulle Ogier, Jean-Luc Bideau, Jacques Denis, Véronique Alain, Dominique Catton.