Doctor Justice
Doctor Justice

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Doctor Justice

1975
Movie
112 min
French

Based on the title character, a World Health Organisation (WHO) doctor and martial arts expert who fights bad guys, created in 1970 by scriptwriter Jean Ollivier and artist Carlo Marcello for "Pif Gadget", a weekly kids' comic book magazine in France.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: John TrentGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A disgraced former police detective, now working as a private investigator, is drawn into a dangerous conspiracy involving a wealthy industrialist and a mysterious organization. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a plot that threatens the city and his own life, forcing him to confront his past and fight for justice.

Critical Reception

Doctor Justice received a mixed to negative reception upon its release, with critics often pointing to its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. While some appreciated the gritty atmosphere and Lee Van Cleef's performance, many found the film to be a derivative and forgettable entry in the crime genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its confusing narrative structure.

  • Lee Van Cleef's stoic presence is a highlight, but can't save the film.

  • A generic crime thriller that fails to stand out.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Rome, Italy, with many of its scenes set in a gritty, neo-noir urban landscape.

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