Counter Investigation

Counter Investigation (2007, original title Contre-enquête) follows a grieving police officer, played by Jean Dujardin, whose life is turned upside down when his daughter is found raped and murdered. Desperate for answers and justice, he embarks on a relentless pursuit to uncover the truth behind the heinous crime. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of deceit, betrayal, and corruption. With each revelation, the officer must confront his own demons and navigate the murky waters of the criminal underworld to bring his daughter's killers to justice.

Counter Investigation has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Jean Dujardin's intense portrayal of the grieving father and the film's gripping narrative, others criticized its pacing and predictable plot twists. The film has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10. USA Today commended the film, stating 'Dujardin gives a compelling performance that elevates the film,' while IndieWire found it to be 'a formulaic crime drama that offers little in terms of originality.' Rotten Tomatoes' critics consensus reads, 'Counter Investigation is a solid thriller that benefits from Dujardin's strong lead performance, despite some clichéd elements.' Metacritic gave the film a score of 65 out of 100, indicating generally favorable reviews.