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A man released from jail, where he had served time for doctoring the books of a gangster, has to go into hiding from the gangster's men. He moves into a Dublin boarding house run by a woman and her timid daughter. The timid woman immediately takes a shine to the new boarder and to his train sets, which they each use as an escape from reality.
A former detective, haunted by a past case, takes on a job escorting a wealthy woman across the country. As they travel, strange occurrences and mounting paranoia suggest they are being followed, blurring the lines between reality and delusion. The detective must confront his own demons and the unfolding danger to survive the journey.
Night Train received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. While some performances were noted, the film struggled to gain traction and is generally considered a lesser-known entry in the thriller genre. Audience scores reflected a similar sentiment, with many finding the narrative confusing.
The film suffers from a confusing and underdeveloped plot.
Performances are inconsistent, failing to elevate the material.
Pacing issues detract from the suspense and thriller elements.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest viewers found the movie to be slow and difficult to follow, with a lack of compelling characters or plot resolution.
The film was produced by the independent production company Starway Productions and had a limited release, contributing to its low profile.
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I watched this older movie because Brenda Blethyn and, to a lesser extent, John Hurt were in it. Neither of them disappointed and surprisingly, I thought, there was some chemistry between their characters. It is a short movie, and despit...