The movie starts out as a really strong thriller, but then the last portion becomes quite absurd and hard to follow, ultimately spoiling what was good about the beginning.

Antoine Fuqua’s third exploration into the inner workings of the Los Angeles Police Department is called The Guilty, and while it doesn’t quite achieve the same level of skill as Training Day or Brooklyn’s Finest, it undeniably demonstrates that crime thrillers are a genre he can consistently rely on—a point underscored by the fact that this film follows his previous effort, Infinite, which was not well-received. …

_The Guilty_ provides an intense viewing, though it loses momentum before its conclusion. Jake Gyllenhaal’s performance in this film was remarkable. The depth of feeling he conveyed felt like a masterclass in acting. He moved seamlessly from surprise to frustration and then sorrow, portraying the genuine emotions of someone facing a challenging circumstance while also grappling with past events. It was impressive …

“The Guilty,” a 2021 American film, runs for ninety minutes and falls under the genres of Crime, Psychological Drama, and Thriller. It's an adaptation of the 2018 Danish movie “Den Skyldige.” The entire story unfolds over a single day, primarily in one setting, creating a gripping experience that avoids feeling drawn out. Jake Gyllenhaal gives a noteworthy performance as Joe Baylor. Director Antoine Fuqua created a f…