Movie Overview"Above Suspicion" is a 1995 police procedural movie directed by Steven Schachter and star Christopher Reeve, Joe Mantegna, and Kim Cattrall. The film depicts the life of Dempsey Cain, an honored policeman, whose life makes a terrible turn when incapacitated in a sting operation.
Plot SummaryChristopher Reeve plays the function of Dempsey Cain, a respected policeman who ends up being paralyzed from the waist down due to a terrible shooting mishap during a stopped working undercover operation. The shooter is his junior partner, Nick Cain, played by Edward Kerr, who likewise happens to be having an affair with Dempsey's frustrated partner, Gail, played by Kim Cattrall.
Driven to the point of anxiety, Reeve's character, Dempsey, develops a plan to kill himself but make it appear like murder, meaning to frame his cheating partner and lover at the same time. He reasons that suicide would revoke his life insurance coverage policy, leaving his family with nothing, hence he tries to find a way to protect their future.
Twisted Plans and RevelationsSuicide dressed up as a murder was Dempsey Cain's plan. He thoroughly plots his plan, guaranteeing that every detail remains in place. Including a dark twist to the story, when he reveals that Nick and his other half, Gail, are plotting to murder him, it fuels his desire to let his strategies move forward.
Dempsey's twisted plot, nevertheless, takes a dramatic turn when he is successful however amazingly recovers from the near-death experience while post-surgery in the health center. He begins restoring his bodily functions, but chooses to act as if he's still paralyzed while unbeknownst to his tricking spouse and partner.
Confrontation and ConclusionAs Dempsey recovers behind the scenes, he gradually deciphers the treacherous strategy of the duplicitous duo. In a thrilling climax, he confronts Nick, which results in another shooting event. Nick, however, unknowing of Dempsey's recovery, badly undervalues him, causing his failure. On the other hand, Gail leaves with no penalty, which leaves a bitter taste, as she was similarly guilty.
Overall Impression"Above Suspicion" provides an awesome narrative filled with unanticipated weaves that keep the audience engaged till the end. Christopher Reeve's representation of a paralyzed cop turned schemer and survivor is a sparkle of acting, stimulating compassion and praise alike. The movie obtains a number of styles typical in noir genre - betrayal, deceit, and inappropriate relationships. Nevertheless, the ending tends to be questionable painting the reality of the judicial system. All in all, it is an appealing expect audiences who delight in suspense and crime thrillers.
Top Cast
