Added to Cineplex on Tuesday, Apr 9, 2024 Retired homicide detective Roy Freeman, undergoing treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, is forced to re-open an old case involving the murder of a college professor when new evidence emerges from a mysterious woman. The investigation takes a complex turn when a death row inmate Freeman arrested a decade ago claims innocence, prompting Freeman and his former partner to dive into the murky depths of the past to uncover truth amidst a tangled web of secrets.
Length: 112min
Genre: Crime, Mystery, Thriller
This Title is: Engrossing and Suspenseful
Cast
- Russell Crowe as Roy Freeman
- Karen Gillan as Laura Baines
- Marton Csokas as Dr. Joseph Wieder
- Tommy Flanagan as Jimmy Remis
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Violence/bloody images, sexual content, and language
Trivia
- The film is Adam Cooper’s feature-length directorial debut.
- Based on the 2017 novel “The Book of Mirrors” by E.O. Chirovici.
- Principal photography took place in Victoria, Australia, from February to May 2023.
Trailer
Our Review
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Though “Sleeping Dogs” brings forth a compelling premise and notable performances, especially from Russell Crowe and Karen Gillan, the film struggles with pacing and some plot complexities. Critics and audiences were divided, appreciating the acting and the intriguing storyline but criticizing the film for its execution and failure to fully engage. Despite these setbacks, the film’s exploration of memory and truth provides some depth, making it a mixed but interesting watch.
