Past Midnight
Past Midnight

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Past Midnight

1992
Movie
100 min
English

A man gets out of prison after 15 years for stabbing his wife to death, and his social worker becomes convinced he was innocent. As she researches his case, and interviews other people who were involved, she begins to fall in love with him, as her friends warn her that he's dangerous.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Tim HunterGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former police detective, Ben Jordan, is called back into action when his ex-wife, who has become a famous socialite, is found dead under mysterious circumstances. As Ben delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit, betrayal, and a long-buried family secret that connects to his own past. He must race against time to find the killer before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Past Midnight received a generally lukewarm reception from critics. While some praised Rutger Hauer's performance and the film's suspenseful atmosphere, many found the plot to be convoluted and predictable, with a lack of character development. The film struggled to find a significant audience upon its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • Rutger Hauer delivers a compelling performance as a troubled detective.

  • The film is criticized for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • The mystery element is somewhat engaging but ultimately falls short.

Google audience: Audience reception for Past Midnight is mixed, with many finding the plot to be somewhat engaging but ultimately predictable. Some viewers appreciated the performances, particularly from the lead actor, while others felt the film lacked depth and originality.

Fun Fact

Director Tim Hunter was initially slated to direct 'The Crow' before departing the project and subsequently directing 'Past Midnight'.

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