The Professional (1981) -

: Analyze how the film portrays the State as a heartless entity that treats its agents like disposable assets.

: Note the iconic Ennio Morricone score , particularly the theme " Chi Mai ," which became inseparable from Belmondo’s legacy. 2. Plot Summary: Betrayal and Vengeance The Professional (1981)

: Released in 1981, Le Professionnel is a landmark of French popular cinema. It follows Josselin "Joss" Beaumont, a French secret agent betrayed by his government during a mission to assassinate an African dictator. : Analyze how the film portrays the State