The Last Shot You Hear
The Last Shot You Hear

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The Last Shot You Hear

1969
Movie
90 min
English

Charles Nordeck is a successful marriage counselor whose own marriage is on the rocks. When his wife Anne seeks a divorce, Charles refuses to sign the papers fearing the bad publicity could ruin his career. The adulterous Anne then convinces her lover Peter to take care of the problem.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Kenneth HumeGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A successful television producer, Bob Grant, is troubled by mysterious phone calls and threats after his wife disappears. As he investigates, he uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving his past and a wealthy businessman. The suspense escalates as Bob tries to find his wife and escape the sinister forces closing in on him.

Critical Reception

The Last Shot You Hear is a relatively obscure British thriller that received a modest reception upon its release. While not a major critical or commercial success, it is often noted for its suspenseful atmosphere and contributions to the mystery genre of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and atmospheric tension.

  • Noted for its straightforward mystery plot and thriller elements.

  • Often considered a competent, if unremarkable, example of late 60s British thrillers.

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Fun Fact

The film was made by The Children's Film Foundation, a British organization that produced films primarily for children and young adults, making this thriller somewhat of an outlier in their typical output.

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