Under Suspicion
Under Suspicion

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Under Suspicion

2018
Movie
90 min
German

A male body is found in the Steyr breakthrough reservoir. The police officers of the LKA Linz do not think about suicide. Shortly afterwards it turns out that the dead man is the man who killed Sepp Ahorner's wife and daughter in an accident and who Sepp had been looking for for years.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: Uberto PasoliniGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A devoted father is drawn into a desperate search for his missing daughter after she is accused of murder. As he navigates a complex investigation, he must confront his own past and the hidden secrets within his community. The film explores themes of justice, parental love, and the elusive nature of truth.

Critical Reception

Under Suspicion received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its tense atmosphere and Javier Cámara's performance. Some found the plot predictable, but most agreed it was a compelling and thought-provoking thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • A gripping thriller that effectively builds suspense.

  • Javier Cámara delivers a standout performance as a father in crisis.

  • While some plot points may feel familiar, the film remains engaging and emotionally resonant.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the strong lead performance. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more impactful, but overall satisfaction was high.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of the 2008 Spanish novel 'La mirada de los peces' by Jorge Eduardo Benavides.

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