David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →This is quietly operating cinema. No big events, no crisis turns — just people and how they live through what happens to them.
Strengths: atmosphere, actors, accuracy of detail. Weaknesses: the pace isn't for everyone, the ending may feel unresolved.
For people who watch films for feeling, not entertainment.
Director: Michelangelo Antonioni
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Viewing atmosphere: An evening when your mind is at peace. With someone you can sit in silence with after. Wine or tea.
Jack Nicholson
David Locke
Maria Schneider
Girl
Jenny Runacre
Rachel Locke
Ian Hendry
Martin Knight
Steven Berkoff
Stephen
Ambroise Mbia
Achebe
José María Caffarel
Hotel Keeper (uncredited)
James Campbell
Witch Doctor (uncredited)
Manfred Spies
German Stranger (uncredited)
Jean-Baptiste Tiémélé
Murderer (uncredited)
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