A retired detective accepts a simple task, unaware that it will tear open old, forgotten, but deadly wounds.
▶ Watch TrailerNo streaming sources found for this title.
🔍 Search on JustWatch →A genre thriller made with intelligence. The director understands the difference between suspense and shock — and chooses the former.
Worth watching for the atmosphere and structure. The finale may not please everyone — but the road there is worth the time.
For those who like films that keep them in a state of uncertainty until the end.
Director: Robert Benton
— MovieFinder Editorial
Best Watched
Viewing atmosphere: Late at night when you can give yourself fully to the film. Not as background — fully present.
Paul Newman
Harry Ross
Susan Sarandon
Catherine Ames
Gene Hackman
Jack Ames
Reese Witherspoon
Mel Ames
Stockard Channing
Lt. Verna Hollander
James Garner
Raymond Hope
Giancarlo Esposito
Reuben Escobar
Liev Schreiber
Jeff Willis
Margo Martindale
Gloria Lamar
John Spencer
Capt. Phil Egan
Audience Score
Quick rating — tap to vote:
Or write a full review: