What is The Face in the Target?
The Face in the Target is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Drama, Mystery, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 134 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 8, 1978
- Studios
- Gosteleradio USSR, Lithuanian Film Studio
- Genres
- Drama, Mystery, Crime
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The Face in the Target is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Drama, Mystery, Crime. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A timeless mystery unfolds as a Chesterton tale comes to life on screen.”
- Faithful adaptation of G.K. Chesterton's story
- Atmospheric period drama
- Engaging mystery elements
- At 2h 14m, the film is a lengthy viewing experience
Watch it if you enjoy classic mystery adaptations of literary works.
The film’s serious mystery tone makes it suitable for mature audiences who appreciate drama.
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What source material does the film draw from?
It is based on the story 'The Face in the Target' by G.K. Chesterton.
Who directed the film?
Almantas Grikevičius is credited as the director.
When was the film released?
The film was released on 9 August 1978.
What genres describe the film?
It is categorized as drama, mystery, and crime.
How long is the runtime?
The runtime is 2 hours and 14 minutes.