Next Time I'll Aim for the Heart
2014
Crime / Thriller
1h51
Edouard McCarthy rated ★ 8/10
Synopsis
Between 1978 and 1979, the inhabitants of the Oise are in fear of a maniac who kills several hitchhikers and escape the police. He was then dubbed "the killer of the Oise" is actually a shy young policeman who will investigate his own murder, only to lose control of the situation.
Community Reviews
Opinions on 'Next Time I'll Aim for the Heart' are mixed, with many praising Guillaume Canet's compelling performance as a gendarme who is secretly a serial killer. Viewers found the film's portrayal of the killer's dual life intriguing, yet some criticized the pacing as slow and felt the psychological depth was lacking. The true-crime aspect added a chilling layer, but the lack of deeper motive exploration left some viewers unsatisfied.
👍 Guillaume Canet's performance is widely acclaimed.
👎 Some may find the film's pacing slow.
