The Weapon, the Hour, the Motive
Don Giorgio, a handsome young priest and teacher in a convent, is involved with two lovers: Orchidea and Giulia. When he repents and vows to return to the Church, he is savagely beaten to death. Not long after, Giulia has her throat slashed. Inspector Boito falls in love with and prepared to marry Orchidea, who is also the main suspect. The key to solving the case seems to lie with an inquisitive boy called Ferruccio, who is kept locked up and drugged. He witnessed one of the murders, but will anyone believe his story?
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Plot Summary
A detective investigates a series of murders, each linked by a specific time and a unique weapon. As he delves deeper into the complex web of relationships and secrets surrounding the victims, he uncovers a chilling motive that connects the seemingly disparate crimes. The investigation pushes the detective to his limits, blurring the lines between justice and obsession.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of "The Weapon, the Hour, the Motive" is scarce. It appears to be a lesser-known film, likely receiving limited distribution or critical attention at the time of its release. Any available reviews suggest it was considered a competent, albeit unremarkable, thriller for its era, appreciated for its suspenseful atmosphere but perhaps criticized for a convoluted plot.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric tension and suspense.
- A complex, if sometimes hard-to-follow, mystery plot.
- The film offers a solid, albeit standard, crime thriller narrative.
Google audience: Audience reviews are very limited for this film. Those that exist tend to note its age and may find the pacing or plot development characteristic of films from the early 1970s.
Fun Fact
Lasse Hallström, the director, later achieved international fame for directing films such as "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" and "The Cider House Rules."
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