Z (film)

"Z" is a 1969 French film directed by Costa-Gavras, based on the true story of the 1962 assassination of Greek politician Grigoris Lambrakis. It combines political thriller and drama, using a documentary-style approach to explore corruption, state violence, and conspiracy within Greece’s government. The film employs stark black-and-white visuals, newspaper-style text, and a tense narrative to expose how political repression can undermine democracy. Widely acclaimed, "Z" critically examines the abuse of power and remains a powerful commentary on political accountability and human rights.