Gunn
Gunn

Gunn

1967Movie94 minEnglish

The madam of a floating bordello hires private eye Peter Gunn to prove a gangster killed a crime boss.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Michael CarrerasGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A gruff private detective, Mike Gunn, investigates the murder of a singer who worked at a seedy nightclub. His investigation pulls him into a dangerous underworld of crime, corruption, and violence. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches high places, forcing him to confront ruthless gangsters and double-crossing dames. Gunn must navigate this treacherous landscape to find the killer and survive.

Critical Reception

Gunn was met with a mixed reception from critics. While some appreciated its gritty atmosphere and noir-inspired style, others found its plot convoluted and its violence gratuitous. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the detective thriller elements and others finding it lacking in substance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric noir elements and hard-boiled detective protagonist.
  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and excessive violence.
  • Found to be a somewhat derivative crime thriller of its era.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Gunn are scarce, but available comments suggest a divided opinion, with some appreciating its gritty tone and others finding it a forgettable B-movie.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the short-lived 1960-1961 television series of the same name, which also starred Robert Lansing as Mike Gunn.

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