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Investigation
The recidivist Vorobyov planned the robbery of the jewelry department of a department store, while he himself went to serve time in a penal colony to provide himself with an alibi. The accomplices hid a suitcase with gold jewelry worth more than 300,000 rubles (at that time). However, later it was not there, and the accomplices of the robbery began to die one by one.
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Plot Summary
A streetwise detective is drawn into a dangerous investigation involving a series of seemingly unrelated murders. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches into the highest levels of society. He must navigate treacherous alliances and confront his own past to bring the culprits to justice.
Critical Reception
While "Investigation" garnered attention for its gritty portrayal of urban crime and its social commentary, it received mixed reviews. Critics praised its ambition and the performances of its lead actors, but some found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw atmosphere and social relevance.
Criticized for a sometimes confusing narrative structure.
Performances were generally well-received, particularly the lead.
Google audience: Audience reception for "Investigation" is not widely documented. Early viewers may have appreciated its attempt to tackle complex social issues within a crime drama framework.
Fun Fact
The film was notable for its contemporary setting and its attempt to reflect the social and economic realities of the early 1980s urban landscape.
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