Flashes rouges
Flashes rouges

Movie spotlight

Flashes rouges

1979
Movie
15 min
English

Filmed excerpts from the Flashes Rouges rock opera starring Catherine Ringer, future singer of Les Rita Mitsouko. Made for French television.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jean-Daniel SimonGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective finds himself drawn into a dangerous investigation involving a series of escalating crimes. As he gets closer to the truth, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and corruption that puts his own life at risk. He must navigate a treacherous path to expose the culprits before they silence him permanently.

Critical Reception

Flashes rouges received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often pointed to its convoluted plot and uneven pacing as significant drawbacks, though some performances were acknowledged as competent. Audiences generally found the film to be a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticisms often centered on a predictable and unnecessarily complicated storyline.

  • The film struggled with pacing, leading to a less engaging viewing experience.

  • While some actors delivered adequate performances, they couldn't elevate the material significantly.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available suggest it was largely unremarkable and failed to leave a lasting impression.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Paris, utilizing various urban landscapes to create its gritty atmosphere.

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