Midnight Cop
Midnight Cop

Midnight Cop

1988Movie95 minEnglish

Police Commissioner Alex Glass has been twisted into a sarcastic cynic by the hard luck story that is his life and by his daily contact with the criminals of Berlin's underground. His new assistant, Shirly Mai, is an attractive and conscientious woman who embodies a quality of virtue that her boss gave up a long time ago. They have both been assigned to solve a series of gruesome murders that have been taking place in Berlin's drug and prostitution ganglands. The prime suspect is George Miskowski, a pusher who supplies Berlin's brothels and hookers with cocaine and heroin.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Klaus KinskiGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A hard-boiled detective, haunted by his past, is tasked with solving a series of brutal murders plaguing the city. As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. With little support and facing increasing danger, he must confront his own demons to bring the culprits to justice.

Critical Reception

Midnight Cop received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to its derivative plot and Klaus Kinski's often erratic performance. While some appreciated its gritty atmosphere, it was largely seen as a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable storyline and uneven pacing.
  • Klaus Kinski's performance is a focal point, though not always in a positive way.
  • Lacks the depth and tension expected from a crime thriller.

Google audience: Audience reception for Midnight Cop is scarce, but available comments often highlight its low production values and uninspired narrative. Some viewers found Kinski's involvement to be a point of curiosity, but few praised the film overall.

Fun Fact

This film was one of the last directorial efforts by the notoriously eccentric actor Klaus Kinski, who also starred in the lead role.

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Wuchak

_**Dirty Harry in Berlin (sort of) with choppy editing**_ An aging, cynical detective in dreary Berlin (Armin Mueller-Stahl) investigates the murder of a young woman while dealing with a new female partner who hasn’t lost sight of virtue...