Deadline

The film centers on a group of death row inmates in Texas who have exhausted all appeals and are awaiting execution. Among them is a man whose impending death is being watched closely by a journalist hoping to uncover the truth behind his conviction. As the journalist delves deeper, she uncovers a conspiracy that could change everything.

Deadline received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised the performances, particularly Anthony Hopkins, many found the film's pacing slow and its themes heavy-handed. The movie struggled to find a significant audience and remains a lesser-known work in the careers of its cast and director.

• Performances, especially Anthony Hopkins, were often cited as a strong point.

• The film was frequently criticized for its slow pacing and predictable narrative.

• Some reviewers found the exploration of capital punishment to be heavy-handed.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Deadline (2005)' is not readily available.

The film was screened at the 2005 Cannes Film Festival as part of the Un Certain Regard selection.