A young district attorney seeking to prove a case against a corrupt police detective encounters a former lover and her new protector, a crime boss who refuses to help him.
A decorated NYPD lieutenant is assigned to investigate a murder that he himself may have committed while in a blackout. As he delves deeper into the case, the lines between his duty, his repressed memories, and the corrupt system he serves become increasingly blurred. He must confront his own demons and the systemic injustices within the police department to uncover the truth, even if it means implicating himself.
Sidney Lumet's 'Q & A' received generally mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its gritty realism, complex narrative, and strong performances, particularly from Nick Nolte. Some critics found the film's exploration of police corruption and racial tension to be powerful and thought-provoking, while others felt the plot became convoluted and the film's message occasionally heavy-handed.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's intense and dramatic storytelling, with many highlighting the compelling performances. Some viewers found the narrative somewhat complex, but the film's exploration of dark themes and moral dilemmas resonated with many.
The film's screenplay was written by a then-unknown actor, Nelson Demille, who would later become a renowned thriller novelist.
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