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The Innocent Sleep

The Truth Can Be Murder

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Inspired by the 1982 Roberto Calvi Affair in which an Italian banker was found hanging from a bridge across the River Thames, the story follows Alan, a man from Northern England who is homeless after the loss of his wife and job. One night while sleeping in a deserted building, Alan witnesses the murder of a high-profile businessman. He attempts to leave the scene unnoticed, but the killers realize that someone has seen them commit the crime. He goes to the police only to discover that one of the killers is leading the case. To stay alive, Alan recruits the help of Billie Hayman, an American journalist, to cover his story.

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Status
Released
Budget
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Box office
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Language
English
  • police
  • witness
  • reporter
  • homeless

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Writers

Ray Villis

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United Kingdom

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Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • PhysicalR16 Jun 1998
  • United KingdomGB

    • PremiereLondon Film Festival10 Nov 1995
    • Theatrical25 Jan 1996

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The Innocent Sleep was released on 25 January 1996.

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    CinemaSerf

    8/27/2023

    6/10

    OK, hands up - I'm a fan of Rupert Graves. Ever since his "Scudder" in "Maurice" (1987) he has been able to do little wrong. Here, he is the likeable dosser "Alan" who accidentally witnesses a mob-style hit in London. The killers know someone saw them and so he must keep one step ahead as they close in. Luckily for him, the crime has attracted the attention of journalist "Billie" (Annabella Sciorra) but can she help …

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