À corps défendant
À corps défendant

Movie spotlight

À corps défendant

2005
Movie
48 min
French

Marie, thirty-five, is in love. Every day she fights for her relationship with Paul, a long-term prisoner, to live within her. An exclusive relationship that nothing should disturb and that it protects from the gaze of others.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Gérard PullicinoGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former police officer, haunted by a past case where he failed to save a young woman, is drawn back into the darkness when a new series of crimes eerily mirrors his old one. He must confront his demons and navigate a dangerous investigation to prevent another tragedy.

Critical Reception

À corps défendant received mixed to positive reviews. Critics often praised its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors. However, some found the plot predictable or lacking in originality compared to other thrillers in its genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and effective suspense.

  • Noted for solid performances from its principal cast.

  • Some critics found the narrative pacing uneven or formulaic.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended as a television movie before being released theatrically.

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