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Movie poster: The Wages of Fear (1953)
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The Wages of Fear

1953 · 153 min Drama Thriller Adventure
8.0 / 10 · TMDB

In a run-down South American town, four men are paid to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin into the jungle through to the oil field. Friendships are tested and rivalries develop as they embark upon the perilous journey.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Le Salaire de la peur
Year 1953
Country France, Italy
Genre Drama, Thriller, Adventure
Director Henri-Georges Clouzot
Runtime 153 min.
Rating TMDB: 8.0/10 (1061 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Henri-Georges Clouzot

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

Yves Montand

Yves Montand

Mario Livi

Charles Vanel

Charles Vanel

Mr. Jo

Peter van Eyck

Peter van Eyck

Bimba

Folco Lulli

Folco Lulli

Luigi

Véra Clouzot

Véra Clouzot

Linda

Antonio Centa

Antonio Centa

Camp Chief

Jo Dest

Jo Dest

Hans Smerloff

Darío Moreno

Darío Moreno

Pepito Hernandez

William Tubbs

William Tubbs

Bill O'Brien

Darling Légitimus

Darling Légitimus

Rosa

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