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FRANCE · 1979

Hothead

Jean-Jacques Annaud
revenge sports drama redemption social status mockery and humiliation
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Synopsis

François, a miserable football player, becomes a town hero after bringing victory in an extremely important game. He uses his fame for revenge on the team star for the previous mockeries.

Year1979
CountryFrance
DirectorJean-Jacques Annaud
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