Guide Note:
The French Connection is about 2 New York City policemen Trying to intercept a load of herion coming in from France. It is based on the true story "The French Connection".
Fast Facts:
- "The French Connection" was made in 1971
- The film was added to the National film registry for permanent preservation
- The film won the Academy Award for Best Picture
- It also won Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Gene Hackman), Best Director, Best Film Editing, and Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium (Ernest Tidyman)
- The film was nominated for Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Roy Scheider), Best Cinematography, and best sound
- Tidyman also won a Golden Globe Award, a Writers Guild of America Award, and an Edgar Award for his screenplay.