A Married Man's Report
A Married Man's Report

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A Married Man's Report

1974
Movie
87 min
Portuguese

Carlos, a married lawyer, gets involved with one of his clients. But the relationship turns into an obsession. The woman understands she'll never manage to separate Carlos from his wife, and decides to leave him, running away with another man.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Peter SasdyGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young married woman finds herself drawn into a sinister web of deception when she begins to suspect her husband is involved in her father's suspicious death. As she digs deeper, she uncovers a disturbing secret about her family's past and a dangerous truth that could put her own life at risk.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'A Married Man's Report' received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding the plot convoluted and the thriller elements unconvincing. While some acknowledged the performances, particularly from Anthony Hopkins, the overall sentiment was that the film failed to deliver a compelling narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a muddled plot that struggles to maintain suspense.

  • Performances are adequate but cannot salvage the weak script.

  • Lacks the tension and intrigue expected from a thriller.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'A Married Man's Report' by Julian Gloag.

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