The Devil's Dance
The Devil's Dance

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The Devil's Dance

2001
Movie
100 min
Persian

Special agent Major Hashemi is working on several terrorist cases. Meanwhile a news is received about a plan for bombing in Tehran.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: David S. WardGenres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck actor, struggling to make ends meet, gets involved in a bizarre scheme orchestrated by a smooth-talking mobster. The plan involves a series of seemingly random 'performances' that are actually part of a larger, more sinister plot. As the actor delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous game where the lines between acting and reality blur, leading to unexpected and perilous consequences.

Critical Reception

The Devil's Dance received a largely negative reception from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its humor largely ineffective. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, with the film failing to gain significant traction.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a disjointed narrative and weak character development.

  • Attempts at dark comedy fall flat, contributing to a generally unfunny experience.

  • Despite a potentially interesting premise, the execution is lacking.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a general disappointment with the film's confusing plot and uninspired performances.

Fun Fact

Despite its dark themes, the film was marketed with a somewhat comedic tone, which confused many viewers and critics alike.

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