The Late Shift

A burnt-out pharmaceutical executive, Louise, accidentally gets caught in the middle of a dangerous mob situation. When her car is stolen by a small-time crook, she finds herself pursued by both the mob and the police. Louise must rely on her wits and an unlikely alliance with the thief to escape the chaos and clear her name.

The Late Shift received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Kathleen Turner's performance and the film's blend of dark humor and suspense. However, some found the plot convoluted and the tone inconsistent.

• Kathleen Turner delivers a strong, charismatic performance as the beleaguered executive.
• The film effectively balances moments of genuine tension with dark comedic elements.
• While entertaining, the plot occasionally struggles with pacing and believability.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film for its comedic moments and Kathleen Turner's engaging lead role, though some found the storyline to be somewhat predictable or formulaic.

The film was originally intended for a theatrical release but was instead debuted on the Fox network as part of their 'The New Fox Saturday Night' movie block.