Eyewitness
Eyewitness

Movie spotlight

Eyewitness

1970
Movie
91 min
English

A boy who cries wolf witnesses a political assassination on the island of Malta. But will anyone other than his granddad believe him?

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: John SturgesGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A retired U.S. Army general becomes the prime suspect when his mistress is murdered and he was the last person seen with her. He must uncover the truth himself before the police close in on him.

Critical Reception

Eyewitness received a mixed reception from critics upon its release. While some praised its suspenseful plot and the performances of its lead actors, others found its pacing to be slow and its resolution unsatisfying. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the noir-ish atmosphere and others lamenting what they perceived as a predictable storyline.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and star power.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and an anticlimactic ending.

  • The performances of Sinatra and McQueen were often highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Google user reviews for 'Eyewitness' are not readily available in a consolidated format.

Fun Fact

Although Frank Sinatra and Steve McQueen were both legendary actors, this was the only film in which they starred together.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review