The Heart of the Night
A young deaf-mute who lives and has intercourse with a blind man much older than she, inevitably attracts a shy driving instructor a strange, hallucinatory underworld, populated by those beings whose mutilation, impaired physical differences, have become rejected of society.
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Plot Summary
A principled and by-the-book detective is assigned to investigate the murder of a wealthy socialite, only to find himself entangled in a complex web of deceit involving powerful figures in the city. As he delves deeper, he uncovers corruption that reaches the highest echelons of power, forcing him to question his own judgment and the very system he serves.
Critical Reception
The Heart of the Night was met with mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its gritty atmosphere and Edward Woodward's performance, others found the plot convoluted and predictable. It gained a modest following for its effective portrayal of urban decay and police procedural elements.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its tense atmosphere and Woodward's solid performance.
- Criticized for a somewhat predictable and convoluted plot.
- Noted for its effective depiction of a corrupt urban environment.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest appreciation for the film's noir-like feel and detective story elements, though some found it to be a standard thriller lacking originality.
Fun Fact
The film was originally developed as a pilot for a television series, which ultimately was not picked up.
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