Investigation

About This Movie

So, 'Investigation' (1980) is this intriguing crime film that plays with the idea of planning a heist while being behind bars. The main character, Vorobyov, is quite the slippery fellow, orchestrating a jewelry robbery with some accomplices, stashing away an impressive haul. The pacing is a bit slow at times, but it adds to the tension, letting you stew in the characters' moral quandaries. There’s this gritty atmosphere that really reflects the era it was made in, and the practical effects, though modest, really fit the narrative. The performances are solid; you can feel the desperation and cunning in their actions. It’s that blend of clever plotting and character study that stands out for me.

Slow pacing that builds tensionGritty atmosphere reflective of its timeClever heist planning with moral dilemmas