Content Warnings
- 🟡 30/100 Brief sexual innuendo in dialogue.
- 🟢 20/100 Characters are shown smoking cigarettes.
- 🟡 50/100 Mention of drug dealing and use.
- 🟡 60/100 A character is shown with injuries from violence.
- 🔴 90/100 Graphic depiction of a shooting.
- 🔴 85/100 Intense violent confrontation with multiple deaths.
- 🟡 60/100 Use of strong language.
- 🔴 70/100 Multiple instances of strong language in a short span.
- 🔴 80/100 Use of a particularly offensive word.
Details for The Usual Suspects (1995)
Who is Keyser Söze in The Usual Suspects?
Keyser Söze is a mysterious and feared criminal mastermind whose existence is questioned throughout the film. The revelation of his true identity is a central twist in the movie.
What is the significance of the line 'The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist' in The Usual Suspects?
This line, quoted by Verbal Kint (Kevin Spacey), foreshadows the film's twist ending. It reflects how Keyser Söze manipulates others into doubting his existence, allowing him to operate undetected.
Who directed The Usual Suspects?
The Usual Suspects was directed by Bryan Singer.
What is the plot of The Usual Suspects?
The film follows a group of criminals who are brought together for a police lineup and later collaborate on a heist. The story is told through the interrogation of one survivor, Verbal Kint, as he recounts the events leading to a deadly shootout.
Did The Usual Suspects win any Academy Awards?
Yes, The Usual Suspects won two Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actor for Kevin Spacey and Best Original Screenplay for Christopher McQuarrie.
