Two Men in Town

Delon, a released prisoner, is harassed by the paranoid Commissioner Goitreau, and the dispute, which at first seems subtle, escalates to unsuspected proportions. The character of the commissioner, played by Michel Bouquet, is one of the most repulsive and annoying creatures ever to appear in a film. The film's dark climax is unforgettable, comparable in emotion and tone to Robbins's Dead Man Walking. (28/09/2003)

One of the fifteen best French crime films. It's a shame that among the other fourteen, it's rather cowering at the back. PS: I cannot refrain from remarking that, although I do not share the actions of Commissioner Goitreau, who is being condemned here, I fully understand them. (11/08/2008)

Definitely Delon's best film, one of Gabin's best and probably the most successful French crime film ever. A film that you see once, twice, three times and still can't get enough. Two Men in Town makes you think about yourself and the society you live in... even though it can give you chills. (14/07/2009)

Two acting greats in a story so real and sincere that it gives you chills. The first half is a bit tedious and uninteresting, but the second half makes up for everything and captures the viewer's attention in a truly unprecedented way. The emotionally strong ending is admittedly the only one we really desperately don't want, but it only adds to the overall feel and impact of the film. 80% (28/03/2013)

What can I say about this film? It’s an immensely powerful drama about how things can also go downhill for a person when they make one mistake and then just have bad luck. Should one get a second chance? Does he deserve it? And how bad is he compared to those who chase after him just because of that one mistake? Gabin and Delon are great here. (02/11/2016)