Nightwatch

Synopsis

In the 1997 thriller film Nightwatch, Ewan McGregor plays a law student named Martin who takes on a job as a night watchman at a city morgue. As Martin begins his new job, he soon becomes entangled in a series of gruesome murders that mirror the work of a notorious serial killer. Haunted by his own secrets and the nightmarish events at the morgue, Martin finds himself in a race against time to uncover the truth and stop the killer before he strikes again. Filled with suspense, twists, and a dark atmosphere, Nightwatch keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

Cast

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  Ewan McGregor

  Martin Bells

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  Patricia Arquette

  Katherine

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  Josh Brolin

  James Gallman

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  Lauren Graham

  Marie

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  Nick Nolte

  Inspector Cray

• Anais Evans

  Leanne

Reviews

Nightwatch received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised the movie's tense atmosphere and Ewan McGregor's performance, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Rotten Tomatoes gave Nightwatch a rating of 27%, with critics stating that while the film had potential, it failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion. Metacritic rated Nightwatch at 40/100, citing its lack of originality and reliance on clichés. IMDb users rated the movie 6.2/10, with some praising its suspenseful moments and others criticizing its predictability. Overall, Nightwatch is a dark and moody thriller that will appeal to fans of the genre.