Dead Heat

A detective is murdered and reanimated by an experimental procedure to help him solve his own murder. With his unique condition, he must race against time to find his killer before his body completely deteriorates. He is aided by his former partner and a mysterious woman who seems to know more than she lets on.

Dead Heat received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its premise interesting but ultimately failing to deliver a satisfying execution. The film was particularly criticized for its uneven tone, shifting between dark humor and supernatural elements without fully committing to either. While some appreciated the effort to create a unique blend of genres, it was largely seen as a missed opportunity.

• The film struggles to balance its supernatural premise with its crime procedural elements.
• Kiefer Sutherland's performance is often cited as a highlight, but it isn't enough to save the film.
• The special effects and overall concept were deemed ambitious but poorly executed.

Google audience: Audiences found the premise of Dead Heat intriguing, with many enjoying the unique blend of zombie-like resurrection and detective work. However, the film's pacing and narrative coherence were frequent points of criticism, leading to a generally lukewarm reception among viewers.

The film's unique premise of a reanimated detective was an ambitious attempt to blend supernatural elements with a police procedural, a concept that proved challenging to execute effectively.