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Suspicious Minds (1997)
Rate:
6
Viewed:
6/12
6/12:
Suspicious Minds is an enjoyable low-key neo-noir.
The whole thing is well-done that's helped by the fine performance of Patrick Bergin who should be familiar as the
mean husband in Sleeping with the Enemy. This time, he plays a good
guy, and his mustache is what makes the film noirish.
On the other hand, Jayne Heitmeyer does a fabulous job as the femme fatale by creating enough suspense to set
up the ending, however odd it is. Laced with intelligence and a good deal of mystery, the plot is sensible and thus
works, passing for a thriller.
Although Gary Busey is prominently shown on the VHS cover, he isn't in the movie that much. It'll be better
if he's left off the cast because his presence serves no purpose. This is strictly Patrick Bergin's vehicle.
All in all, Suspicious Minds works for a ninety-minute neo-noir with twists and turns that will keep you
guessing right up to the surprise ending.