A Thousand Suspects
A Thousand Suspects

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A Thousand Suspects

1966
Movie
87 min
Japanese

Suspense film based on Ryuji Hori's non-fiction book about the kidnapping and murder of 4-year-old Yoshinobu Murakoshi in 1963.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Fritz LangGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A French police commissioner, Inspector Dubois, investigates a series of murders linked to a wealthy industrialist. As Dubois delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deceit, corporate espionage, and personal vendettas that ensnare him and his suspects. The investigation becomes a race against time to identify the killer before more lives are lost.

Critical Reception

A Thousand Suspects received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising Fritz Lang's directorial style and the film's suspenseful atmosphere. While some found the plot convoluted, others appreciated its intricate mystery and strong performances, particularly from Jean Gabin.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and Lang's classic directorial touch.

  • Jean Gabin delivers a compelling performance as the determined inspector.

  • Some critics noted a somewhat convoluted narrative structure.

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Fun Fact

This film marked Fritz Lang's final directorial work before his death in 1976.

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