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To Kill a Cop

1978·Movie
3h 6min·NR
66
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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About

Earl Eischied is a man with his hands full. As the Chief of Detectives in New York City he is trying to break up a group of black militants that are on a crime spree including the killing of a police officer. He is also trying to battle with a mayor and police commissioner that want him out of his job.
70s Crime DramaPolice ProceduralGritty RealismUrban ThrillerPolitical IntrigueSocial CommentaryVeteran DetectiveMan Against SystemTense Investigation

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Is To Kill a Cop worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is To Kill a Cop rated?

NRViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is To Kill a Cop?

3 h 6 min

To Kill a Cop runs 3 h 6 min.

What language is To Kill a Cop in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.