The Innocent Sleep

The Innocent Sleep 1996 Directed by Scott Michell

The Truth Can Be Murder

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.

Countries France , United Kingdom

Production Country United Kingdom

Language French

Spoken Language English

Gnere Thriller

Production Company Timedial Films

Release Date 25 January 1996

110 mins