Intimate Crimes
Intimate Crimes

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Intimate Crimes

1996
Movie
82 min
Italian

Paul wants to eliminate Claudia to live with Valeria. It's so frightening his wife paid by an individual in order to then put them next to a bodyguard who is none other than the killer who would kill her. Enterprise fails because the man falls in love with Claudia and warns

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Pascal BonitzerGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary man becomes entangled in a complex web of deceit and violence after his wife's mysterious death. As he delves deeper into her past, he uncovers a series of betrayals and hidden connections that lead him down a dangerous path. The investigation reveals a world of illicit affairs and dark secrets, forcing him to confront the unsettling truth about those closest to him.

Critical Reception

Intimate Crimes received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its atmospheric tension and performances, though some found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to its suspenseful narrative and thematic depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and compelling performances.

  • Critiqued for an occasionally confusing or overly intricate plot.

  • Noted for its exploration of complex relationships and moral ambiguity.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for its thriller elements and dramatic performances.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of French thrillers in the mid-to-late 1990s that explored darker, more psychological themes within crime narratives.

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