Confessions of a Police Captain

He cut the red tape and left it full of bullet holes!

1971 • 101 min • Crime · Drama

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Synopsis

A police captain arranges the release of a criminally insane prisoner, who soon winds up dead. When the District Attorney takes on the case, he uncovers corruption in the department and vows to take down the man who's responsible.

Our family guide

Best from age 12

Movie Knight Score

44 reviews

68 Audience · 44 · 100%

Captain Bonavia, frustrated by the legal system, orchestrates the release of a dangerous man who is then killed. When the District Attorney investigates, he uncovers a web of corruption within the police department, vowing to expose those responsible.

Violence & peril: 5/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 4/10

Heads up

Some strong language
Characters smoke frequently
Corrupt police officers are central

What it models well

Seeking justice
Exposing corruption
Integrity

Talk about it after

The justice system and its imperfections
Standing up against powerful wrongdoers
The consequences of taking justice into your own hands

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