Crime Is Our Business
Crime Is Our Business

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Crime Is Our Business

2008
Movie
109 min
French

Loosely based on "4.50 from Paddington" by Agatha Christie.

Insights

IMDb4.3/10
Director: Daniel ZirilliGenres: Crime, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former crime boss, trying to live a quiet life, is pulled back into the criminal underworld when his estranged daughter becomes involved with a dangerous drug cartel. He must confront his past and use his old skills to protect her and dismantle the organization. The film explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the inescapable nature of one's past.

Critical Reception

Crime Is Our Business received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and uneven pacing. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the performances of its seasoned cast, while others found the film to be a forgettable entry in the crime genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a predictable storyline and lacks originality.

  • Performances by veteran actors like Armand Assante and Eric Roberts offer some intermittent highlights.

  • Pacing issues and a general lack of depth prevent the film from fully engaging its audience.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this title, making it difficult to ascertain a definitive summary of audience opinions. Those available do not provide a clear consensus on specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

This film reunited Armand Assante and Eric Roberts, who had previously worked together on the television series 'The Immortal' in 2000.

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