Punishment
Punishment

Punishment

2008Movie100 minEnglish

Jonah is a hitman by trade and a man on a mission of revenge. But things go horribly wrong whilst trying to escape the police.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Gilles Paquet-BrennerGenres: Thriller, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, Anya, is haunted by the unsolved murder of her father, a police inspector. Years later, she becomes involved with a detective who is investigating a series of seemingly unrelated murders that may be connected to her father's death. As Anya delves deeper, she uncovers a complex web of corruption and deceit that reaches into the highest levels of law enforcement, forcing her to confront the dark secrets of her past and the truth about her father's final investigation.

Critical Reception

Reviews for 'Punishment' were mixed, with many critics praising Marion Cotillard's intense performance but finding the film's pacing and convoluted plot to be weaknesses. The film garnered some attention for its dark atmosphere and exploration of themes like corruption and trauma.

What Reviewers Say

  • Marion Cotillard delivers a compelling and powerful performance.
  • The film's thriller elements are occasionally overshadowed by a complex and sometimes confusing narrative.
  • Praised for its dark, atmospheric tone and exploration of gritty themes.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel '36 Quai des Orfèvres' by Jean-Christophe Grangé, which was also the basis for the 2004 French film '36 Quai des Orfèvres' directed by Olivier Marchal.

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