The Day of the Jackal (1973)

An underground French paramilitary group is intent on eliminating President Charles de Gaulle, but when numerous attempts on his life fail, they resort to hiring the infamous hit man known as “The Jackal” (Edward Fox). As the enigmatic assassin prepares to shoot de Gaulle, he takes out any problematic people along the way. Meanwhile, a savvy Parisian police detective begins to solve the mystery of the killer’s identity.

“outstanding piece of filmmaking”
Empire Magazine ★★★★

“a first-rate screen entertainment”
Time Magazine

“a dignified tone and compelling pace seldom seen in latter-day thrillers.”
BBC.com ★★★★