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A debauched young aristocrat entrusts the running of his country house to Tom, the butler, on whom he depends absolutely. Before long the servant begins to dominate his master, to the alarm of the newly hired German nanny who senses sinister, demonic intent in Tom's control of the house.
A grizzled, world-weary detective navigates the gritty streets of Los Angeles, grappling with a brutal murder case that forces him to confront his own moral ambiguities. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power, testing his integrity and resolve.
The Blue Knight was a critically acclaimed television film that earned George Kennedy an Emmy Award for his performance. While lauded for its gritty realism and Kennedy's compelling portrayal, some critics found the narrative a bit formulaic. It was praised for its mature handling of crime and corruption.
George Kennedy delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as a dedicated detective.
The film offers a gritty and realistic portrayal of urban crime and corruption.
While the plot follows a somewhat familiar detective noir structure, its execution is effective.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with many appreciating the classic detective story and George Kennedy's strong lead performance. Some viewers found it to be a bit dated by modern standards but still engaging.
Won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or a Special (George Kennedy).
The film was based on Joseph Wambaugh's novel of the same name, and Wambaugh himself was a former police officer, lending authenticity to the narrative.
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My, but this is a howler.... Oliver Reed is the singularly nasty "Tom", butler to the suitably wimpish "Lord Gregory" (Derek Jacobi). In addition, I hope to stop us all dying from boredom, "Tom" is also the grand wizard (?) of a Satanic cul...