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Faute de preuves

Original title: Under Suspicion
  • 1991
  • R
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
5.5K
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Liam Neeson and Laura San Giacomo in Faute de preuves (1991)
In Brighton in 1959, disgraced cop turned private detective Tony Aaron works largely on falsifying adulteries for use as evidence in divorce cases. He involves his wife as the fictional co-respondent for painter Carlo Stasio but the pair are shot dead in the hotel room. In charge of the case is Frank, Tony's ex-partner still on the Brighton force. His most likely suspects are Angeline, Stasio's mistress who is set to inherit his house and pictures, and Tony himself, parts of whose story don't seem to add up.
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Disgraced detective Tony fakes evidence in divorce cases, implicates wife in Stasio affair. Stasio and wife shot dead in hotel. Tony's ex-partner Frank investigates, suspects inheritance-see... Read allDisgraced detective Tony fakes evidence in divorce cases, implicates wife in Stasio affair. Stasio and wife shot dead in hotel. Tony's ex-partner Frank investigates, suspects inheritance-seeking mistress Angeline and inconsistent Tony.Disgraced detective Tony fakes evidence in divorce cases, implicates wife in Stasio affair. Stasio and wife shot dead in hotel. Tony's ex-partner Frank investigates, suspects inheritance-seeking mistress Angeline and inconsistent Tony.

  • Director
    • Simon Moore
  • Writer
    • Simon Moore
  • Stars
    • Liam Neeson
    • Laura San Giacomo
    • Kenneth Cranham
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.4/10
    5.5K
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    • Director
      • Simon Moore
    • Writer
      • Simon Moore
    • Stars
      • Liam Neeson
      • Laura San Giacomo
      • Kenneth Cranham
    • 49User reviews
    • 19Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Liam Neeson
    Liam Neeson
    • Tony Aaron
    Laura San Giacomo
    Laura San Giacomo
    • Angeline
    Kenneth Cranham
    Kenneth Cranham
    • Frank
    Maggie O'Neill
    Maggie O'Neill
    • Hazel Aaron
    Alan Talbot
    • Powers
    Malcolm Storry
    Malcolm Storry
    • Waterston
    Martin Grace
    Martin Grace
    • Colin
    Kevin Moore
    Kevin Moore
    • Barrister
    Stephen Oxley
    • Hotel Deskman
    Colin Dudley
    • Hotel Waiter
    Richard Graham
    Richard Graham
    • Denny
    Alison Ruffelle
    Alison Ruffelle
    • 1st Chambermaid
    Michael Almaz
    • Stasio
    Victoria Alcock
    Victoria Alcock
    • 2nd Chambermaid
    Tony Hughes
    • Undertaker
    Alphonsia Emmanuel
    • Selina
    Pamela Sholto
    • Housekeeper
    Stephen Moore
    Stephen Moore
    • Roscoe
    • Director
      • Simon Moore
    • Writer
      • Simon Moore
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    User reviews49

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    8ccthemovieman-1

    A Film That Needs To Be Checked Out Twice

    This is one of those decent crime movies that few people have heard about. It has a lot going for it. I should rate it higher since the story kept my interest all the way both times I saw it (four years apart). The violence and profanity are not overdone, the main characters are very interesting and the story finishes with a unique twist.

    Actually, that twist is something you have to ponder to determine whether it makes sense. I am not sure it did. You'd have to watch this again soon and check on a few things. It's either very clever or its totally unfair to the viewer, which is why I kept it at an '8."

    It's nicely photographed and I bet it looks much better on a widescreen DVD than on the tape I viewed it on in the '90s. Liam Neeson and Laura San Giacomo star. I was familiar with the latter from the film, "Quigley Down Under." She's much more appealing in that film than this one. Neeson is almost always interesting to watch.
    8soliitho

    It's a pity Simon Moore didn't direct more.

    This film is well worthy of your time. If you are into crime movies with more atmosphere than fast action, I mean.

    Why Simon Moore didn't direct more, I really don't know. The film is skilfully composed, actors' performances are admirable (with exception of Laura San Giacomo who's acting is under average). Photography is something to appreciate, too.

    I was often surprised at how few people know of this title and I am personally always glad when I find such a gem outside of hype area.

    I like noir and I like different, yet not bizarre. If you think alike, try this film.
    6Marlburian

    Flawed, and spoilt by last 15 minutes

    Most of "Under Suspicion" was very good but ...

    A few minor shortcomings have already been noted, such as the use of Brighton locales in 1990 that had changed since 1959 and the up-market house in a setting that was nothing like Sussex (it was in Portmeirion, apparently).

    In retrospect the opening scenes seemed implausible - a policeman undertaking surveillance leaving his post for a, extedned sex session with the target's wife.

    But the film really fell to pieces in the last 15 minutes or so, with the frenetic house search, that frantic last-second dash to the prison and the later encounter in the prison courtyard that would never have been allowed in real life.

    The ultimate twist was a jaw-dropper and made me think back to see if the actions that it revealed could have actually happened. Perhaps watching the film again would enable some of the loose-fitting pieces in the plot jigsaw to mesh, but I have my doubts.
    9Andres24

    Clever thriller

    Very well acted and filmed this clever, agile suspense thriller won't let you down because of the reason that the intrigue will not allow to switch off your video of DVD player. The place: England, late 50's. The topic: laws of divorce. Adultery. Just take a photograph for evidence. This was forged in order to oblige the spouse to divorce. You only have to find the lover. Tony Aaron (Neeson) was the man who used his wife to simulate adultery. But she will die with a powerful man. The man's misterious lover (Laura San Giacomo) gets in between the case. A battle will start for Aaron to prove that his innocence. Suspense till the end. I rate this movie 9 out 10. Andres.
    9tjackson24

    a sadly under-rated and unknown film

    i want to give a STRONG plug for this very fine film that has received almost no acclaim. if you enjoy cinematic plot twists and suspense, sexuality and greed, but not blood and guts, this is a film you should see. when i say it keeps you guessing up till the last minute, i mean just that. art, money, sex, mistresses, wives, good cops, bad cops, murder! got it all-give it a try.

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    • Trivia
      Patrick Bergin dropped out playing the male lead due to creative differences. Liam Neeson was eventually cast in his place.
    • Goofs
      Set in the late 1950s, a pair of 1980s British Telecom phone booths are visible immediately after the opening sequence as Tony Aaron steps out of his car.
    • Quotes

      Tony Aaron: Why did you stay with him, with Stasio? If he was so awful, why did you stay with him? Huh?

      Angeline: Can't believe you're cross-examing me while we're making love.

    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: Memoirs of an Invisible Man/Under Suspicion/The Mambo Kings/This Is My Life (1992)
    • Soundtracks
      CHRISTMAS ISLAND
      Performed by Dickie Valentine (as Dicky Valentine)

      By courtesy of The Decca Record Company Ltd

      Written by Lyle Moraine

      Copyright Northern Music Company

      Licensed by MCA Music Publishing

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    • Release date
      • May 20, 1992 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Faute de preuve
    • Filming locations
      • Portmeirion, Gwynedd, Wales, UK
    • Production companies
      • Carnival Film & Television
      • Columbia Pictures
      • London Weekend Television (LWT)
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $6,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $221,295
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $47,349
      • Mar 1, 1992
    • Gross worldwide
      • $221,295
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 39m(99 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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