Philippe Lacôte directed a thrilling, contemporary mystery in the classic noir style. 

What Is Killer Heat About?

Killer Heat follows private eye Nick Bali, played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, an American expat on the island of Crete in Greece. The sister-in-law hires him to investigate the supposed accidental death of the young shipping magnate, Leo Vardakis, played by Richard Madden. Madden also plays the living twin brother, Elias.

A Modern Noir Thriller in a Stunning Setting

The victim’s sister-in-law, played by Shailene Woodley, doesn’t believe the official police report. But what exactly happened to Leo, and why?

Twists, Red Herrings, and Unexpected Revelations

Despite the sun-drenched beauty of its exotic Mediterranean locale, Nick finds darkness at every turn: where the rich and powerful Vardakis family rule like gods, where jealousies run deep, and anyone could be a suspect. And along comes the twists and revelations until the very end.

The Killer Heat is based on Jo Nesbø’s short story The Jealousy Man. Clare Holman is part of the supporting cast.