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The Wages of Fear

  • April 22, 1953
  • 153 min.
  • Drama, Thriller, Adventure
  • France
  • Italy
In a run-down South American town, four men are paid to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin into the jungle through to the oil field. Friendships are tested and rivalries develop as they embark upon the perilous journey.

Original title: Le Salaire de la peur

2

nominations

100%

winning rate

2

wins

Cannes Film Festival #6 - 1953

Award People Status
Palme d'Or [Main Competition] Henri-Georges Clouzot - Award named Grand Prix Winner
Special Mention [Main Competition] Charles Vanel Winner

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