Rene the Cane
Storyline & Plot Summary
"René la Canne" was the second collaboration between Francis Girod and Ennio Morricone, coming after "Le Trio Infernal" (1974) and before "La BanquiÚre" (1980). His film is an adaptation of a story by Roger Borniche about the gangster René Girier and relates the fantastic adventures of a flamboyant mobster (René/Gérard Depardieu) and a maverick police inspector (Fernand la Sournoise/Michel Piccoli), through the 1940s.
Production Details
Cast
GĂ©rard Depardieu
René Bornier
Sylvia Kristel
Krista
Michel Piccoli
Ispettore Marchand
Riccardo Garrone
Karl
Jacques Jouanneau
Fourgue
Jean Rigaux
VieuchĂȘne
Orchidea De Santis
Kim
Venantino Venantini
Carlo
Valérie Mairesse
Martine
Stefano Patrizi
Gino
Jean Carmet
L'indicateur
Suzanne Berthois
Ăvelyne Bouix
Daniel Breton
Philippe Brizard
Le chef de la police marseillaise
Emmanuelle Brunschwig
Catherine Castel
Marie-Pierre Castel
Georges Conchon
Lydia Feld
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
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An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.