description The Professional Overview
The Professional, released in 1981, is a French action thriller directed by Georges Lautner and starring Jean-Paul Belmondo. It adapts Patrick Alexander’s 1976 novel, *Death of a Thin-Skinned Animal*, focusing on a professional assassin's activities. The film presents a narrative centered around this character’s work.
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info The Professional Specifications
| Country | France |
| Year | 1981 |
help The Professional FAQ
What is the 1981 movie The Professional about?
The Professional is a French action thriller directed by Georges Lautner about a government assassin named Joss Beaumont. After being betrayed and imprisoned in Africa, he escapes and seeks revenge against his former employers.
Who stars in the French movie The Professional?
The film stars iconic French actor Jean-Paul Belmondo as the lead character, Joss Beaumont. Belmondo performs many of his own stunts in this classic 1981 spy thriller.
What book is The Professional based on?
The movie is an adaptation of Patrick Alexander's 1976 novel, "Death of a Thin-Skinned Animal." The book provides the foundation for the film's espionage and betrayal storyline.
What is the famous theme song from The Professional?
The film's memorable theme song is "Chi Mai," composed by the legendary Italian composer Ennio Morricone. The track became incredibly popular in Europe due to the film's success.
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