[Michael.SF.]

I think you refer to 'The Conversation'. I saw it way back then, when it first came out, to be honest I was bored. I would have to revisit it thugh, as I might not have given it a fair chance.

On a side note: I just watched Dog Day Afternoon, which featured John Cazale. This was on TMC, the host made mention of Cazale appearing in only five movies, before his premature death:

GodFather I and II
The Conversation,
The Deer Hunter
Dog Day Afternoon

It was mentioned that all five were nominated for Best Movie. The contention was that John Cazale was so good, that his appearance was a factor. A tad over done, I think, but he was a very good actor.

[nickcarraway]

I saw The Conversation last year, and I thought it was fantastic.

[nickcarraway]

John Cazale and Robert Duvall are in The Conversation, but it's 80% Gene Hackman. It's a tour de force, but he never overacts like some actors. (I am looking at you Nicholson and DeNiro.)