The Second November
The Second November

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The Second November

1982
Movie
93 min
Albanian

A historical drama focusing on the days leading up to Albania's declaration of independence from the Ottoman Empire in November 1912.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Richard JohnsonGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A veteran investigative journalist, haunted by a past case, receives a cryptic message hinting at a conspiracy linked to a powerful political figure. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a tangled web of deceit, blackmail, and murder, forcing him to confront his own demons and race against time to expose the truth before becoming its next victim.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Second November' garnered mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its tense atmosphere and Douglas's performance, while others found the plot convoluted. Audiences were somewhat divided, with its dark themes and ambiguity appealing to some, but alienating others. It achieved moderate box office success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful tone and Michael Douglas's compelling performance.

  • Criticized for a complex and sometimes hard-to-follow narrative.

  • Appreciated for its atmospheric direction and noir-like qualities.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a gripping and well-acted thriller, appreciating its suspenseful plot. However, some reviews mentioned that the story could be overly complicated at times, detracting slightly from the overall enjoyment.

Fun Fact

The film's intricate plot was reportedly inspired by a series of unsolved political scandals from the late 1970s.

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r96sk

r96sk

An interesting film that is based on Albania gaining independence. It's the plot that very much carries this 1982 production, with all intrigue coming from it. Don't get me wrong all of the onscreen talent are good, but I wouldn't say an...