The Conversation (film)

"The Conversation" is a 1974 psychological thriller directed by Francis Ford Coppola. It follows Harry Caul, a skilled surveillance expert who becomes increasingly disturbed by a recording he captures of a couple discussing a potentially dangerous secret. As he listens and obsesses over the tape, he grapples with the ethical implications of his profession and the toll of privacy invasion. The film explores themes of paranoia, morality, and the consequences of technology, reflecting the anxieties of a world where personal boundaries are often violated. Its suspenseful atmosphere and thought-provoking narrative have earned it critical acclaim and enduring relevance.