The Assassin

1961 • 1h 37m • Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller

6.9(93 votes)

Suave antiques dealer Alfredo Martelli is picked up by the police with no justification. At the precinct, Martelli realizes what the investigation is all about-- that he is the main suspect in the killing of his wealthy ex-lover. Is he guilty, or is he just a sleaze?

Director

Elio Petri

Writers

Pasquale Festa Campanile, Elio Petri, Tonino Guerra

Status

Released