Under Suspicion

A wealthy and married auto executive, Henry Hearst, is summoned to a police station after a young woman's body is found in his office. Detective Captain Victor Benezet and his junior partner, Detective Frank Haver, interrogate Hearst for days, slowly unraveling his alibi and uncovering a complex web of deceit and potential murder. As the interrogation intensifies, the line between guilt and innocence blurs, and the true nature of the events surrounding the woman's death comes into question.

Under Suspicion received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the premise intriguing but the execution lacking. While the performances of Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman were generally praised, the film was often criticized for its slow pacing, convoluted plot, and predictable twists. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be a somewhat unsatisfying thriller.

• Features strong performances from its veteran leads.

• Suffers from a convoluted and predictable plot.

• Lacks the suspense and tension expected from a thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception. While some appreciated the performances of Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman and the central mystery, many found the film to be slow-moving and ultimately disappointing, with a plot that didn't quite live up to its potential.

The film is a remake of the 1981 French film 'Garde à vue', which also starred Lino Ventura and Michel Serrault in the lead roles.