“The French Detective” (1975) is a tense detective thriller centered on an experienced police inspector, Jean Lavalette (Lino Ventura). Lavalette is confronted with the mysterious murder of a prominent politician and begins an investigation that soon puts him on the trail of a vast conspiracy involving the highest echelons of government. As he progresses in his investigation, Lavalette finds his own life and career being jeopardized. Tensions mount as he realizes that no one can be trusted, and his every move is monitored by powerful figures intent on hiding the truth. The plot of the movie grabs the viewer from the first minutes and keeps him in suspense until the very end, revealing more and more layers of intrigue and betrayal. Masterful acting and skillful direction make “The French Detective” a true masterpiece of the genre, which will not leave indifferent any lover of quality cinema.