The Last Word
The Last Word

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The Last Word

1979
Movie
103 min
English

When politicians try to force out a renter in a corrupt real-estate deal, the man decides to take matters into his own hands. He takes a police officer hostage, hoping to expose the scam and save his home.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Richard LangGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman moves to a new town to start over after a traumatic event, but finds herself entangled in a web of suspicion and danger. As she tries to build a new life, she is haunted by her past and targeted by unknown forces, forcing her to confront her fears and fight for survival.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and uneven pacing. Some performances were noted, but the overall execution failed to impress.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a derivative storyline.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors failing to elevate the material.

  • Pacing issues detract from the intended suspense.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available or is largely insignificant, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

This film was part of a wave of erotic thrillers that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, though it is less remembered than some of its contemporaries.

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