Justice de flic
Justice de flic

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Justice de flic

1986
Movie
85 min
French

A gangster, whose younger brother has been forced into prostitution by a rival gang, tracks down the criminals with the help of his girlfriend. Bloody accounts will be settled under the eye of a sadistic commissioner.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jean-Pierre DesagnatGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Paris, a hardened police detective, Jacques, is trying to bring down a powerful drug trafficking ring. His investigation leads him to uncover a deep-seated corruption within the police force itself. As he gets closer to the truth, he finds himself increasingly isolated and in danger, forced to rely on his own instincts and a few trusted allies to expose the criminals and clean up the system.

Critical Reception

Justice de flic (French for 'Cop Justice') was a moderate success in France upon its release, appreciated for its gritty portrayal of police work and its straightforward action sequences. While not a critical darling, it resonated with audiences looking for a hard-boiled crime thriller with a French sensibility. Some critics noted its adherence to genre conventions while others found its pacing and plot somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action sequences and strong lead performance.

  • Noted for its gritty and realistic portrayal of police corruption.

  • Seen as a solid, if somewhat conventional, crime thriller.

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Fun Fact

The film features a notable car chase through the streets of Paris, which was a significant element in promotional materials.

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