The Victim
The Victim

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The Victim

1979
Movie
77 min
Hungarian

The Investigator, busy with processing the clues to a number of rapes and murders committed in the same way, tries to catch the murderer, that is to find the would-be victim first and then to identify the murderer before he could strike again.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Zbigniew KuźmińskiGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A man, haunted by a past injustice, seeks revenge against those who wronged him. As he delves deeper into his quest, he uncovers a web of corruption and betrayal that puts his own life in danger. The film explores themes of guilt, memory, and the consequences of seeking retribution.

Critical Reception

The Victim received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actor. Some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted, but generally, it was seen as a competent thriller with a dark undertone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and engaging plot.

  • Noted for strong performances, especially the lead.

  • Some critics found the narrative a bit difficult to follow.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this film is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Polish author Bohdan Czeszko.

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