Suspect

A retired detective, haunted by a past failure, is drawn back into the world of crime when he is tasked with investigating a series of chilling murders. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a cunning killer. The case becomes intensely personal as the victims' pasts mirror elements of his own unresolved trauma.

Suspect (2015) received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and derivative of other crime thrillers. While some performances, particularly Gael García Bernal's, were noted as strong, the film's pacing and predictability were frequently cited as significant weaknesses.

• The film struggles with a predictable and often nonsensical plot.

• Performances are a highlight, but cannot salvage the weak script.

• Lacks originality and fails to deliver a compelling suspenseful experience.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a serviceable, albeit unremarkable, thriller. While some appreciated the attempts at suspense and the lead actor's performance, many felt the story was too familiar and predictable, failing to offer any fresh insights into the genre.

Although released in 2015 in some territories, the film was originally titled 'The Escort' and had earlier festival screenings under that name.