Close Contact
Close Contact

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Close Contact

1999
Movie
100 min
English

Liz Price, a young divorced financial consultant, turns over in bed and goes back to sleep after her married lover and business partner, Dave Wyatt gets up to go home to his wife. But Wyatt never makes it home, he is gunned down outside his door. Liz finds herself plunged into a web of intrigue and murder.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: David GreeneGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man, haunted by his past, finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse when he becomes entangled with a mysterious woman and a former associate. As secrets unravel, he must confront the darkness within himself and the people around him to survive. The film explores themes of identity, deception, and the consequences of unchecked ambition.

Critical Reception

Close Contact received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. While some appreciated its attempt at a stylish thriller, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of clarity and emotional depth. Audiences were similarly divided, with some engaging with its darker themes and others finding it unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a disjointed narrative that fails to fully engage.

  • Performances are inconsistent, with some actors failing to elevate the material.

  • While visually attempting a noir-thriller aesthetic, it lacks the tension and intrigue to succeed.

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Fun Fact

Despite its release in 1999, 'Close Contact' had a very limited theatrical release and is primarily known as a direct-to-video or made-for-television film in many regions.

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