Film Synopsis
Le professionnel (1981) follows a French intelligence agent sent to assassinate an African leader, only to be betrayed by his own government and handed over to authorities when political priorities shift. As he escapes imprisonment and returns to France, he resumes his mission while targeting those responsible for his betrayal, intensifying the conflict between personal revenge and state control. This French action thriller blends espionage intrigue, political tension, and revenge-driven momentum in an examination of loyalty, betrayal, and institutional power.
Le professionnel Blu-ray & DVD Editions
See which disc extras are included across selected editions.
| Disc Extras | Kino BD-A/US 2019 | Radiance BD-B/UK 2026 | Lions Gate DVD-1/US/OOP 2010 | Image DVD-1/US/OOP 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Commentary by Howard S. Berger, Steve Mitchell and Nathaniel Thompson | ||||
| Archival TV Interview with Actor Jean-Paul Belmondo | ||||
| Archival TV Interview with René Chateau (Jean-Paul Belmondo’s Agent) | ||||
| Interview with Lovely Jon on Composer Ennio Morricone’s Theme “Chi mai” | ||||
| Interview with Ginette Vincendeau on Actor Jean-Paul Belmondo | ||||
| Isolated Music and Effects Track | ||||
| Theatrical Trailer |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Kino’s Blu-ray includes trailers for: Le Doulos (1962), The Sicilian Clan (1969) and The Outsider (1983).
- Radiance’s Blu-ray includes a booklet containing an archival interview with director Georges Lautner.
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