Imperfect Crimes
Imperfect Crimes

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Imperfect Crimes

1993
Movie
90 min
Italian

A psychiatrist is murdered and a rich heiress fears her disturbed lover will be implicated as the killer. She hires an ex-lover lawyer friend to help her defend him but when he turns up dead, the lawyer realizes he´s in over his head.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: J. S. CardoneGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A veteran detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn into a complex investigation involving a series of seemingly unrelated murders. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that challenges his understanding of justice and morality. The case becomes increasingly personal, forcing him to confront his own demons while racing against time to prevent further bloodshed.

Critical Reception

Imperfect Crimes received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. While some appreciated the attempt at a complex crime thriller, the execution was widely seen as falling short. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspenseful elements and others criticizing its pacing and predictability.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Despite a strong premise, the execution is often muddled and lacks tension.

  • The performances, while occasionally noteworthy, are not enough to save the film from its narrative flaws.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Imperfect Crimes is scarce, but available comments suggest a general disappointment with the film's execution, citing a lack of originality and a slow pace as primary drawbacks.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for a different lead actor before Patrick Bergin was cast.

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