Ogro

– At the close of 1973, Franco is still governing Spain with an iron hand. Opposition parties are forb..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.10 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 55 Minutes
Release Year:
1979
Original Name:
Operación Ogro
Ogro (1979) - Also known as Operación Ogro

At the close of 1973, Franco is still governing Spain with an iron hand. Opposition parties are forbidden; labor movements are repressed; and Basque nationalists are mercilessly hunted. The caudillo is aging, though, and the future of the régime is in question. Admiral Carrero Blanco is Franco’s natural successor. For the embattled clandestine Basque organization ETA, Carrero Blanco must die.

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Release Date:

28 Sep 1979

Language:

Spanish, Italian

Director:

Gillo Pontecorvo

Writer:

Giorgio Arlorio, Ugo Pirro, Gillo Pontecorvo, Julen Aguirre (book)

Main Actors:

Gian Maria Volontè, Ángela Molina, Saverio Marconi, José Sacristán

Plot:

As 1973 winds down, Franco is still governing Spain with an iron hand. Opposition parties are forbidden; labor movements are repressed; and Basque nationalists are mercilessly hunted down. The caudillo is aging, though, and the continuity of the régime is in question. One man has the trust of Franco, enough authority and experience to assume the leadership, and an impeccable track record as to dealing with enemies of the State: admiral Carrero Blanco. For the embattled clandestine Basque organization ETA, Carrero Blanco must be brought down. Daring plans are made, requiring a meticulous execution...

Awards:

1 win.

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.1/10