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'''''The Red Circle''''' (original title ''Le cercle rouge'') is a 1970 French-Italian crime drama directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. Corey ([[Alain Delon]]), a criminal who was recently released from prison, meets by chance with Vogel ([[Gian Maria Volonté]]), an escaped convict. They plan to | '''''The Red Circle''''' (original title ''Le cercle rouge'') is a 1970 French-Italian crime drama directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. Corey ([[Alain Delon]]), a criminal who was recently released from prison, meets by chance with Vogel ([[Gian Maria Volonté]]), an escaped convict. They plan to rob a jewelry store. Their third partner is Jansen [[Yves Montand]], former police detective turned criminal. Meanwhil,e Commissioner Mattei ([[Bourvil]]) leads a manhunt for Vogel... | ||
{{Film Title|The Red Circle (Le cercle rouge)}} | {{Film Title|The Red Circle (Le cercle rouge)}} | ||
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= Pistols = | = Pistols = | ||
== Colt M1911A1 == | == Colt M1911A1 == | ||
During the scene in Rico's | During the scene in Rico's apartment, Corey ([[Alain Delon]]) takes an [[M1911A1]] from the safe. Later, it is used by Vogel ([[Gian Maria Volonté]]). In the scene in the forest, Paul ([[Jean-Pierre Janic]]), Rico's henchman, is also armed with an M1911. An M1911 is briefly seen in the hands of the illegal jewelry trader ([[Paul Crauchet]]). | ||
[[Image:Colt1911A1PreWar.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Pre-War Colt M1911A1 Pistol - Commercial Model known as the "Colt Government Model" - .45 ACP. This has a deep Colt factory blued finish, common for commercial variants before and after the war.]] | [[Image:Colt1911A1PreWar.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Pre-War Colt M1911A1 Pistol - Commercial Model known as the "Colt Government Model" - .45 ACP. This has a deep Colt factory blued finish, common for commercial variants before and after the war.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey takes the pistol from the safe...]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey takes the pistol from the safe...]] | ||
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[[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Vogel aims the pistol.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Vogel aims the pistol.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Paul holds Corey at gunpoint.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Paul holds Corey at gunpoint.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Vogel with M1911 and Corey with [[Walther P38]] aim at Paul (in the light trenchcoat) with M1911 and his unnamed partner (in dark trenchcoat) with [[Luger P08]].]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Vogel with an M1911 and Corey with a [[Walther P38]] aim at Paul (in the light trenchcoat), who is also armed with an M1911 and his unnamed partner (in dark trenchcoat) armed with a [[Luger P08]].]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The illegal | [[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The illegal jewelry trader draws a pistol before he meets Corey.]] | ||
== Luger P08 == | == Luger P08 == | ||
In the scene in the forest Paul's partner is armed with a [[Luger P08]] until Vogel ([[Gian Maria Volonté]]) disarms him and uses his pistol. | In the scene in the forest, Paul's partner is armed with a [[Luger P08]] until Vogel ([[Gian Maria Volonté]]) disarms him and uses his pistol. | ||
[[Image:LugerP08Pistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Luger P08 - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:LugerP08Pistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Luger P08 - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Paul's partner (in the dark trenchcoat) holds a P08.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-M1911-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Paul's partner (in the dark trenchcoat) holds a P08.]] | ||
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== Walther P38 == | == Walther P38 == | ||
During the scene in billiard hall Paul ([[Jean-Pierre Janic]]) draws a [[Walther P38]] but Corey ([[Alain Delon]]) disarms him and takes the pistol. Later it is used by both Corey and Vogel ([[Gian Maria Volonté]]). | During the scene in the billiard hall, Paul ([[Jean-Pierre Janic]]) draws a [[Walther P38]] but Corey ([[Alain Delon]]) disarms him and takes the pistol. Later, it is used by both Corey and Vogel ([[Gian Maria Volonté]]). | ||
[[Image:P38Black.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Walther P38 WWII dated with black grips - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:P38Black.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Walther P38 WWII dated with black grips - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-P38-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey disarms Paul.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-P38-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey disarms Paul.]] | ||
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[[File:Le cercle rouge-P38-04.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey holds the pistol during the confrontation in the forest.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-P38-04.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey holds the pistol during the confrontation in the forest.]] | ||
== Various | == Various Pistols == | ||
Gendarmes carry pistols in holsters. | Gendarmes carry pistols in holsters. | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Pistol-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px| | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Pistol-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The grip of the pistol is seen in the holster.]] | ||
= Revolvers = | = Revolvers = | ||
== Unidentified | == Unidentified Revolver 1 == | ||
In the opening and the final scenes | In the opening and the final scenes, Commissioner Mattei ([[Bourvil]]) carries a snub nose revolver. It looks similar to a [[Smith & Wesson Model 36]] but the shape of the front sight and of the grip differs. | ||
[[Image:S&W 36.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Model 36 - .38 Special]] | [[Image:S&W 36.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Model 36 - .38 Special]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mattei holds his revolver while escorting arrested Vogel in the train.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mattei holds his revolver while escorting an arrested Vogel in the train.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the same scene. The front sight of the revolver seems to differ from Model 36.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the same scene. The front sight of the revolver seems to differ from a Model 36.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver in holster. The grip and the trigger guard can be seen.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver in its holster. The grip and the trigger guard can be seen.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mattei pursues Vogel during the breakout.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mattei pursues Vogel during the breakout.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|He fires six times while the revolver appears to be | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|He fires six times while the revolver appears to be a five-shot.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mattei holds the revolver in the final scene.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver1-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mattei holds the revolver in the final scene.]] | ||
== Unidentified | == Unidentified Revolver 2 == | ||
A Colt-style revolver is used in Jansen's apartments as a decoration (according to the plate, it's an award to Jansen for sharpshooting). It resembles [[Colt Official Police]] but its grip looks different. In the final scene Jansen is seen with a revolver that is supposed to be the same gun. | A Colt-style revolver is used in Jansen's apartments as a decoration (according to the plate, it's an award to Jansen for sharpshooting). It resembles a [[Colt Official Police]] but its grip looks different. In the final scene, Jansen is seen with a revolver that is supposed to be the same gun. | ||
[[Image:ColtOP4.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Colt Official Police - 4" Barrel - .38 Special]] | [[Image:ColtOP4.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Colt Official Police - 4" Barrel - .38 Special]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver is seen on the wall.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver is seen on the wall.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the revolver.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the revolver.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen with revolver in the final scene.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen with the revolver in the final scene.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|He drops the gun | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver2-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|He drops the gun after being shot.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Jansen-Promo.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver is seen better on a | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Jansen-Promo.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver is seen better on a promotional still.]] | ||
== Unidentified revolver 3 == | == Unidentified revolver 3 == | ||
A security guard | A security guard in the jewelry store carries a revolver. Judging by its plain grip with lanyard ring and the general shape, the revolver can be identified as a [[Smith & Wesson Victory Model]] or a military service version of the [[Smith & Wesson Military & Police]]. | ||
[[Image:S&W-Victory-Model.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Victory Model - .38 S&W]] | [[Image:S&W-Victory-Model.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Victory Model - .38 S&W]] | ||
[[Image:Swvctryr.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Smith & Wesson Military And Police - .38 Special]] | [[Image:Swvctryr.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Smith & Wesson Military And Police - .38 Special]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver3-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A guard with the revolver in holster.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver3-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A guard with the revolver in a holster.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver3-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver3-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the grip. It appears to be plain.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver3-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey ([[Alain Delon]]) hits the guard with the grip.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Revolver3-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Corey ([[Alain Delon]]) hits the guard with the grip.]] | ||
== Mattei's | == Mattei's Collection == | ||
Several handguns are seen in Mattei's | Several handguns are seen in Mattei's apartment as a decoration. One of them appears to be a long-barreled revolver while two others are some pocket guns. | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-MatteiGuns-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver seems to have a brass frame. The gun next to the revolver resembles a [[derringer]] while the third one appears to be a pepperbox.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-MatteiGuns-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The revolver seems to have a brass frame. The gun next to the revolver resembles a [[derringer]] of some sort while the third one appears to be a pepperbox.]] | ||
= Submachine Guns = | = Submachine Guns = | ||
== MAT-49 == | == MAT-49 == | ||
During the manhunt for Vogel [[MAT-49]] SMGs are seen in hands of several gendarmes. | During the manhunt for Vogel, [[MAT-49]] SMGs are seen in the hands of several gendarmes. | ||
[[Image:MAT-49.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MAT-49 Submachine Gun - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:MAT-49.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MAT-49 Submachine Gun - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-MAT49-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Several MAT-49s are seen in hands of gendarmes.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-MAT49-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Several MAT-49s are seen in the hands of gendarmes.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-MAT49-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A gendarme with MAT-49 | [[File:Le cercle rouge-MAT49-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A gendarme with MAT-49 sets up a checkpoint.]] | ||
= Rifles = | = Rifles = | ||
== Browning 22 Semi-Auto == | == Browning 22 Semi-Auto == | ||
Jansen ([[Yves Montand]]) is seen with several rifles, one of which is a [[Browning 22 Semi-Auto]]. This rifle is used by Jansen during the | Jansen ([[Yves Montand]]) is seen with several rifles, one of which is a [[Browning 22 Semi-Auto]]. This rifle is used by Jansen during the heist. | ||
[[Image:Browning22.jpg|thumb|none|425px|Browning 22 Semi-Auto Rifle, Grade I - .22LR]] | [[Image:Browning22.jpg|thumb|none|425px|Browning 22 Semi-Auto Rifle, Grade I - .22LR]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen carries his three rifles.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen carries his three rifles.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Browning is seen.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Browning is seen.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Three rifles | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Three rifles leaning against a tree.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen trains with the rifle.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen trains with the rifle.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px| | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The disassembled rifle, sniper scope, and sound suppressor are seen.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The rifle is fixed on a tripod.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The rifle is fixed on a tripod.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen holds the rifle, equipped with sniper scope and suppressor.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen holds the rifle, equipped with a sniper scope and suppressor.]] | ||
== Unique X-51 == | == Unique X-51 == | ||
Jansen also uses a [[Unique X-51]]. | |||
[[File:Unique X51.jpg|thumb|none|425px|Unique X-51 - .22 LR]] | [[File:Unique X51.jpg|thumb|none|425px|Unique X-51 - .22 LR]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A typical shape of the magazine can be seen.]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A typical shape of the magazine can be seen.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Three rifles | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Three rifles leaning against a tree.]] | ||
== Unidentified | == Unidentified Bolt-Action Rifle == | ||
Jansen also uses an unidentified bolt-action hunting rifle. | |||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px| | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jansen holds a Unique X-51 and a bolt-action rifle.]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
[[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Three rifles | [[File:Le cercle rouge-Rifle-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Three rifles leaning against a tree.]] | ||
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The Red Circle (original title Le cercle rouge) is a 1970 French-Italian crime drama directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. Corey (Alain Delon), a criminal who was recently released from prison, meets by chance with Vogel (Gian Maria Volonté), an escaped convict. They plan to rob a jewelry store. Their third partner is Jansen Yves Montand, former police detective turned criminal. Meanwhil,e Commissioner Mattei (Bourvil) leads a manhunt for Vogel...
The following weapons were used in the film The Red Circle (Le cercle rouge):
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Pistols
Colt M1911A1
During the scene in Rico's apartment, Corey (Alain Delon) takes an M1911A1 from the safe. Later, it is used by Vogel (Gian Maria Volonté). In the scene in the forest, Paul (Jean-Pierre Janic), Rico's henchman, is also armed with an M1911. An M1911 is briefly seen in the hands of the illegal jewelry trader (Paul Crauchet).
Luger P08
In the scene in the forest, Paul's partner is armed with a Luger P08 until Vogel (Gian Maria Volonté) disarms him and uses his pistol.
Walther P38
During the scene in the billiard hall, Paul (Jean-Pierre Janic) draws a Walther P38 but Corey (Alain Delon) disarms him and takes the pistol. Later, it is used by both Corey and Vogel (Gian Maria Volonté).
Various Pistols
Gendarmes carry pistols in holsters.
Revolvers
Unidentified Revolver 1
In the opening and the final scenes, Commissioner Mattei (Bourvil) carries a snub nose revolver. It looks similar to a Smith & Wesson Model 36 but the shape of the front sight and of the grip differs.
Unidentified Revolver 2
A Colt-style revolver is used in Jansen's apartments as a decoration (according to the plate, it's an award to Jansen for sharpshooting). It resembles a Colt Official Police but its grip looks different. In the final scene, Jansen is seen with a revolver that is supposed to be the same gun.
Unidentified revolver 3
A security guard in the jewelry store carries a revolver. Judging by its plain grip with lanyard ring and the general shape, the revolver can be identified as a Smith & Wesson Victory Model or a military service version of the Smith & Wesson Military & Police.
Mattei's Collection
Several handguns are seen in Mattei's apartment as a decoration. One of them appears to be a long-barreled revolver while two others are some pocket guns.
Submachine Guns
MAT-49
During the manhunt for Vogel, MAT-49 SMGs are seen in the hands of several gendarmes.
Rifles
Browning 22 Semi-Auto
Jansen (Yves Montand) is seen with several rifles, one of which is a Browning 22 Semi-Auto. This rifle is used by Jansen during the heist.
Unique X-51
Jansen also uses a Unique X-51.
Unidentified Bolt-Action Rifle
Jansen also uses an unidentified bolt-action hunting rifle.
