

The Organization
After a group of young revolutionaries break into a company's corporate headquarters and steal $5,000,000 worth of heroin to keep it off the street, they call on San Francisco Police Lieutenant Virgil Tibbs for assistance.
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Plot Summary
A decorated Vietnam veteran and private investigator, John Riley, takes on a case involving a supposedly innocent woman framed for murder. As he delves deeper, Riley uncovers a vast, powerful criminal organization with deep ties to the highest levels of government and business. He must navigate a treacherous landscape of deception and violence to expose the truth and bring the perpetrators to justice, all while battling his own demons and the loss of his loyal assistant.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'The Organization' received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Burt Reynolds' performance and the film's gritty, suspenseful atmosphere. The plot's complexity and the exploration of corporate corruption were noted, though some found the pacing uneven. Audience reception was generally favorable, contributing to its moderate box office success.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful plotting and Reynolds' solid performance.
- Acknowledged for its topical themes of corporate malfeasance.
- Some critics found the narrative occasionally convoluted.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely unavailable for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was the third installment in a trilogy that began with 'The Detective' (1968) and 'Madigan' (1968), though it does not directly follow the plot of the previous films and features a different protagonist played by Burt Reynolds.
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