Hostile Witness
Hostile Witness

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Hostile Witness

1968
Movie
101 min
English

Simon Crawford is a barrister whose daughter is killed in a hit-and-run accident. When his neighbor is also killed, evidence points to the barrister as the murderer.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Bernard L. KowalskiGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young Swedish woman, Anna, finds herself on the run in the United States after witnessing a brutal murder. Framed for the crime and pursued by both the police and the real killers, she must find a way to clear her name and survive. Her only hope lies in an aging, cynical detective who reluctantly agrees to help her.

Critical Reception

Hostile Witness received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its suspenseful atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Lee Van Cleef. However, some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to the thriller elements and the dramatic chase sequences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its taut suspense and effective thriller pacing.

  • Lee Van Cleef's performance as the weary detective was a highlight.

  • Some found the narrative a bit too predictable or intricate.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but where available, viewers often appreciated the suspenseful plot and the gritty atmosphere. The performances by the lead actors are generally seen as strong points.

Fun Fact

Although the film is set in the United States, it was an Italian-American co-production and filmed primarily in Italy, with some scenes shot in the American Southwest.

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