Sorceror
Sorceror

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Sorceror

1950
Movie
85 min
French

A young rogue kills an old lady to rob her. Arrested, he believes it is for this crime, hides nothing from his lawyer, who soon tells him that he is only accused of another theft prior to his crime. Sentenced to six months suspended prison sentence, he will also have to answer for the crime of the old lady.

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users85%
Director: William FriedkinGenres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Four desperate men, each on the run from the law in different parts of the world, are brought together by fate and a hefty sum of money. They are offered a dangerous mission: to transport a volatile shipment of unstable dynamite across treacherous terrain in South America. With corrupt officials, unforgiving landscapes, and the ticking clock of their cargo threatening to detonate at any moment, their survival hinges on their ability to trust each other and overcome insurmountable odds.

Critical Reception

Initially met with mixed reviews and disappointing box office performance, 'Sorcerer' has since been re-evaluated as a masterclass in suspense and a harrowing cinematic experience. Critics now praise its intense atmosphere, stunning visuals, and relentless tension, often citing it as one of William Friedkin's most accomplished films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping suspense and masterful direction, especially the harrowing truck sequences.

  • Lauded for its bleak, atmospheric tone and intense, visceral portrayal of desperation.

  • Often cited for its ambitious scope and stunning, unforgiving South American setting.

Google audience: Audiences frequently highlight the film's incredible tension and the sheer spectacle of its perilous truck journey. Many appreciate its dark, gritty realism and the compelling performances of the cast, though some find its bleakness challenging.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1953 French thriller 'Le Salaire de la peur' (The Wages of Fear), which was also directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot.

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