The Usual Suspects

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The Usual Suspects is a 1995 crime thriller film renowned for its intricate plot and iconic twist ending. The story revolves around Roger "Verbal" Kint, a physically disabled con artist, who is one of the few survivors of a massacre on a ship in San Pedro Bay. Verbal is interrogated by U.S. Customs Agent Dave Kujan, and through a series of flashbacks, he recounts the events leading up to the ship's tragic fate. The narrative involves a group of criminals brought together by circumstance, including Dean Keaton, Michael McManus, Fred Fenster, and Todd Hockney, all of whom are entangled in a complex web of heists and underworld figures. The film's central mystery revolves around the enigmatic Keyser Söze, a legendary Turkish crime lord whose existence is shrouded in myth. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems, and the audience is kept guessing until the very end. The twist ending, which reveals Verbal's true identity, is one of the most celebrated in movie history. Directed by Bryan Singer and written by Christopher McQuarrie, The Usual Suspects is praised for its engaging narrative, atmospheric tension, and the performances of its cast, including Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, and Benicio del Toro. The film's non-linear storytelling and use of unreliable narration add to its complexity and intrigue.