The Inquisitor

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The Inquisitor
Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Rating: 7.5
Language: fr
Year:1981
Country:FR
Runtime: 1h 24min
Cast: Romy Schneider
Tags: based on novel or book, crime investigation, estranged couple, france, french polar, husband wife relationship, lighthouse, new year's eve, police inspector, police interrogation, prime suspect, questioning

Description:

In this suspenseful film noir, Martinaud, an esteemed notary, finds himself at the center of two gruesome crimes and unwillingly thrust into the spotlight. On New Year's Eve, he makes a fateful decision to willingly participate in an interrogation led by the relentless Inspector Gallien. Initially, this seems like a routine procedure as Martinaud answers questions calmly and confidently. However, as the night progresses, the intensity of the questioning increases, and previously unseen aspects of Martinaud's character are brought to light. With each new revelation, initial suspicions seem to solidify, casting an ominous cloud over the notary's future. The movie explores themes of guilt, innocence, and the power dynamics between suspect and interrogator in a tense, psychological drama that leaves viewers questioning Martinaud's true nature throughout.

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