Burning Crimes
Burning Crimes

Burning Crimes

2017TV ShowEnded1 SeasonFrench

Damien and Guillaume Le Guen are brothers and do almost the same job: Damien is a gendarme and Guillaume is a policeman. Damien is called for a body found burnt in a car during a forest fire. This is the body of Baptiste Legendre. Her companion, Tiffany Roche woke up in the middle of the flames. Photographer, she captured clichés of trees on fire. She owes her life only to Târiq Amraoui, a Canadair pilot who spotted her in the middle of the fire. Tiffany does not know what she's doing there and fears having set herself on fire. Shortly after, Guillaume is in charge of an investigation into the death of a man found drowned. The two cases seem related and the two brothers must collaborate.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Daniel BarberGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this gripping crime drama, a detective grapples with a series of brutal murders that mirror a previous unsolved case. As the body count rises, he must race against time to catch the killer before they strike again. The investigation forces him to confront his own past demons and the blurred lines between justice and vengeance.

Critical Reception

Burning Crimes received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. Praised for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors, the film was often lauded for its intricate plot. However, some reviewers found the pacing to be uneven and the conclusion somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Strong performances elevate a standard crime thriller narrative.
  • Visually atmospheric with a compelling, if familiar, mystery.
  • Pacing issues and a predictable ending detract from an otherwise solid effort.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the suspenseful nature of the film and the acting talent on display. Some viewers found the plot engaging and well-constructed, though a portion felt the film didn't quite live up to its potential due to a somewhat formulaic execution.

Fun Fact

The film's gritty, industrial setting was largely shot on location in and around Manchester, England, contributing to its bleak and authentic atmosphere.

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