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The Wages of Fear
Running Time: 138 min.
MPAA Rating: NR
Produced By: / CICC Productions / Filmsonor Productions / Fono Roma / Vera Films
Released: April 22, 1953 (France) April 22, 1953 (Italy)

Summary:
Together with Diabolique, The Wages of Fear (Le Salaire de la Peur) earned Henri-Georges Clouzot the reputation as a "French Hitchcock." In truth, Clouzot's ability to sustain suspense may have even exceeded Hitchcock's; when originally released, Wag... Full Summary >>

Cast and Crew: Yves Montand (Mario) Charles Vanel (Jo) Peter Van Eyck (Bimba) William Tubbs (Bill O'Brien) All Cast & Crew >> Review: Le Salaire de la Peur is among the most suspenseful films of the 1950s, notable for slowly building character development and atmosphere before its dramatic climax. In its original 148-minute version, the story lags in spots as director Henri-Georges ... Continue >>

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