Romance Policial
Romance Policial

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Romance Policial

2014
Movie
98 min
Portuguese

Antonio, young Brazilian civil servant, travels to the Atacama Desert in search of inspiration to write a short story.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Jean-François RichetGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Set in the gritty underbelly of Paris, 'Romance Policial' follows a determined detective on the trail of a dangerous criminal. As the investigation intensifies, the lines between law and lawlessness blur, leading the officer into a complex and perilous game of cat and mouse. The film explores themes of corruption, obsession, and the psychological toll of police work.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Vincent Cassel. However, some found the plot to be somewhat derivative of other crime thrillers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and intense performances.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable storyline.

  • Noted for its dark and suspenseful tone.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available or has not been aggregated by Google for this film.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a remake of the 1973 French film 'Le Prix du Danger' but evolved into an original story.

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