Test of Memory
Test of Memory

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Test of Memory

1993
Movie
100 min
Italian

Fifteen years after being the cause of an alleged love suicide there, writer Paul Herzog returns to Prague where he meets Clarissa, the sister of the deceased woman. When a couple of mysterious deaths occur amongst people who were close to Clarissa and her sister, Paul becomes the prime suspect...

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Randy ShepherdGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A dedicated detective is plagued by recurring nightmares and fragmented memories as he investigates the brutal murder of a prominent politician. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption that forces him to confront his own buried past. The investigation becomes a race against time as the killer may be closer than he thinks.

Critical Reception

Test of Memory was a relatively obscure television film that garnered minimal critical attention. It is generally remembered as a competent but unremarkable thriller, often overshadowed by more high-profile releases of the era. Audience reception was mixed, with some appreciating the suspenseful plot while others found it predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a complex mystery but sometimes struggles with pacing.

  • Daniel J. Travanti delivers a solid performance as the troubled detective.

  • The plot twists are somewhat predictable for seasoned thriller fans.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a series of made-for-television movies often aired on cable networks during the 1990s, aiming to provide genre content without the budget of theatrical releases.

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