The Hour of the Pig (1993)

Name: The Hour of the Pig
Genre: Drama, History, Thriller, Crime, Romance
Released: 1993
Duration: 112 min
Rating: 6.1
Cast: Colin Firth, Ian Holm, Donald Pleasence, Amina Annabi, Nicol Williamson

1h 52m United Kingdom, France

Drama History Thriller Crime Romance Mystery

Plot

Young lawyer Richard Courtois seeks a quieter existence in the French countryside, escaping the chaos of Paris. However, his plans quickly unravel as he becomes embroiled in local romantic entanglements and political machinations. His life takes an unexpected turn when he is compelled to defend a pig, owned by the enigmatic gypsy Samira, who stands accused of murdering a young boy. As he navigates this bizarre case, Richard discovers deeper truths about justice and the complexities of life in a turbulent medieval society.

Cast

Colin Firth Ian Holm Donald Pleasence Amina Annabi Nicol Williamson Michael Gough Harriet Walter Jim Carter Lysette Anthony Sophie Dix Vincent Grass Elizabeth Spriggs Raoul Delfosse Justin Chadwick Jean-Pierre Stewart