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Zone Rouge (film)

Zone rouge is a French thriller film directed by Robert Enrico and released in 1986.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Zone rouge is a French thriller film directed by Robert Enrico and released on 9 April 1986. Based on a novel by G. J. Arnaud, the film follows Claire Rousset as she investigates the destruction of a village and uncovers signs of a wider conspiracy. The principal cast includes Sabine Azéma and Richard Anconina.

Plot

The film centres on Claire Rousset, who becomes suspicious after a fire destroys a village connected to her ex-husband. Dissatisfied with the official explanation, she conducts her own investigation and gradually uncovers evidence of a broader conspiracy.

Production

Zone rouge is a French production directed by Robert Enrico. The screenplay was written by Robert Enrico and Alain Scoff, and the film is based on a novel by G. J. Arnaud. The running time is 110 minutes.

Cast

The principal cast includes Sabine Azéma and Richard Anconina. Other credited performers appear in French film databases and catalogues.

Release and classification

The film was released in France on 9 April 1986. Sources classify it as a thriller, crime film, action film, or dramatic thriller.

Key facts

  • French thriller film directed by Robert Enrico, released on 9 April 1986.
  • Story follows Claire Rousset investigating the destruction of a village.
  • Stars Sabine Azéma and Richard Anconina in principal roles.
  • Running time is 110 minutes.
  • Based on a novel by G. J. Arnaud.

Frequently asked questions

What is Zone rouge about?
It is about Claire Rousset, who investigates the destruction of a village after the official story does not match what she witnessed.
Who directed Zone rouge?
Zone rouge was directed by Robert Enrico.
When was Zone rouge released?
It was released in France on 9 April 1986.
Who stars in Zone rouge?
Sources list Sabine Azéma and Richard Anconina among the main cast.
What is the film’s running time?
The running time is 110 minutes.

References

  1. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zone_rouge_(film,_1986)
    Supports: Director, release year, and identification of the film as a 1986 French film.
  2. AlloCiné — https://www.allocine.fr/film/fichefilm_gen_cfilm=30461.html
    Supports: Release date, runtime, genres, director, cast, and plot synopsis.
  3. UniFrance — https://www.unifrance.org/movie/5255/zone-rouge
    Supports: French production context, plot synopsis, and main cast.
  4. La Cinémathèque française — http://cinema.encyclopedie.films.bifi.fr/index.php?pk=48389
    Supports: Country of production, release date, and runtime.
  5. Le Cinéma Français — https://www.cinema-francais.fr/les_films/films_e/films_enrico_robert/zone_rouge.htm
    Supports: Director, screenplay, source novel, music, cast, and release date.