Short Memory (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1979, Short Memory is a thriller and drama film directed by Eduardo de Gregorio, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. In this thriller, a UNESCO translator stumbles across a group which is hiding and supporting Nazis and facilitating their travel around the world. She had been given an assignment to study the work of a writer who recently had died, and the conspiracy is revealed in materials he left behind. She comes upon a young man who is going through the writer's papers, and she immediately assumes he must be one of the conspirators. However, he soon convinces her of his innocence in that regard, and the two together begin a search for the ringleader.
Who’s in it. Short Memory stars Nathalie Baye as Judith Mesnil, Philippe Léotard as Frank Barila, Bulle Ogier as Geneviève Derhode and Jacques Rivette as Marcel Jaucourt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Short Memory has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Short Memory page.
If you liked it. Fans of Short Memory tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Short Memory (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Short Memory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Short Memory worth watching?
- Short Memory holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Short Memory?
- Short Memory stars Nathalie Baye, Philippe Léotard, Bulle Ogier, Jacques Rivette and Hermine Karagheuz.