Next Time I'll Aim for the Heart

Name: Next Time I'll Aim for the Heart
Director: Cédric Anger
Genre: Crime, Thriller, Drama
Released: 2014-01-01
Duration: 111 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Guillaume Canet, Ana Girardot, Jean-Yves Berteloot, Cédric le Maoût, Alice de Lencquesaing

2014Dir. Cédric Anger1h 51m

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Runtime1h 51m

Released2014

Budget$5.1M

DirectorCédric Anger

About This Movie

Next Time I'll Aim for the Heart is a gripping exploration of duality and obsession set against the backdrop of late-70s France. The film dives deep into the psyche of its protagonist, a young policeman caught in a twisted game of cat and mouse as he simultaneously investigates a series of brutal hitchhiker murders while struggling with his own dark tendencies. The atmosphere is thick with tension, accentuated by the bleak rural landscapes that add to the sense of isolation. Pacing feels methodical, building dread as the lines blur between hunter and hunted. Performances are raw and compelling, giving a haunting authenticity to the characters. It’s this unsettling blend of crime and introspection that really makes the film stand out in the thriller genre.

Dark exploration of psychological themesCreepy rural atmosphereStrong performances enhance the tension