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Life of Crime

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English

Siblings, Rachel and Dakota, who both lost their parents in a shoot/don't shoot situation when they were young, set out to seek justice for their perceived injustice of their parent's death at the hands of law enforcement. Their plan works out perfectly until one of the siblings get wounded and they must make the decision, to either carry on with their death-wish or to seek a way out through the Negotiator who is nervously doing his best to get through his very first crisis negotiation.

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IMDb6.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes75%

Metacritic64/100

Google Users76%

Director: Daniel Scheinert•Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In 1970s Los Angeles, a wealthy but lonely housewife, Mickey Dawson, is kidnapped for ransom by two incompetent criminals. As the days pass and the ransom isn't paid, Mickey finds herself surprisingly enjoying her newfound freedom from her emotionally distant husband. Meanwhile, the kidnappers struggle to execute their plan, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and comical situations. The film explores themes of liberation, desperation, and the unexpected turns life can take.

Critical Reception

Life of Crime received mixed to positive reviews from critics. Many praised its quirky humor, strong performances, particularly from Jim Broadbent and Isla Fisher, and its unique, offbeat tone. Some reviewers found the plot occasionally meandering or the humor too niche, but overall, it was recognized as a stylish and entertaining dark comedy with a distinctive retro vibe.

What Reviewers Say

Praised for its unique comedic tone and stylish 1970s aesthetic.
Lauded for strong performances, especially by the lead cast.
Some found the narrative to be somewhat underdeveloped or the humor overly peculiar.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's originality and dark humor. Many enjoyed the performances and the nostalgic setting, though a portion found the plot a bit too strange or slow-paced at times.