Midnight Man
Midnight Man

Midnight Man

1995Movie93 minEnglish

When the police start a crackdown on Yakuza activities, a killer starts killing the cops forcing a martial-arts officer to fight back.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Roland JofféGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A troubled young woman, haunted by the disappearance of her sister, travels to a small town to investigate a series of mysterious deaths. She becomes entangled with a charismatic but enigmatic local man, who may hold the key to the town's dark secrets. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a disturbing connection between the deaths and her own family's past, leading her to a terrifying confrontation with the truth.

Critical Reception

Midnight Man received a lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its pacing uneven. While some praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Kevin Bacon, the film was generally criticized for its underdeveloped characters and predictable twists. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the attempt at a dark, atmospheric thriller, while others felt it failed to deliver on its promise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and lead performances.
  • Criticized for a confusing narrative and underdeveloped plot points.
  • Considered a somewhat disappointing thriller that doesn't fully capitalize on its potential.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a mixed bag, with some appreciating its dark themes and suspenseful moments, while others felt it was too slow and lacked a satisfying resolution.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a much larger studio production but was scaled back significantly due to production issues and budget constraints.

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