Commandments
Seth Warner has reached the end of his rope. Ever since his wife died two years earlier, his world has been in turmoil. He is despondent, his career has fallen apart, even his house has been destroyed. There seems to be nothing left for him to live for. Confused and angry after two years of suffering, he finally directs his wrath at God from the rooftop of his apartment building in New York City. In the midst of a wild thunderstorm he demands to know why he has been betrayed by the god he has believed in and honored his whole life. God's answer is to strike down Seth's dog in a bolt of lightning. Pushed beyond his limits, Seth decides to respond to his years of torment by breaking each of the biblical Ten Commandments.
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Plot Summary
A mild-mannered history professor, seemingly living a perfect life, begins to unravel when he makes a pact with the devil to achieve earthly desires. As his life spirals out of control, he grapples with the consequences of his choices and the true meaning of morality. The film explores themes of temptation, faith, and the corrupting influence of power.
Critical Reception
Commandments received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its ambitious themes and Aidan Quinn's performance, many found the narrative convoluted and the execution uneven. Audiences were similarly divided, with the film failing to gain significant traction upon its release.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intriguing premise and a committed lead performance.
- Criticized for a muddled plot and uneven pacing.
- Felt like a film with grand ideas that didn't quite translate to the screen effectively.
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Fun Fact
The film was co-written by Daniel Myrick and Scott G. Taylor, with Myrick also directing. Myrick would later go on to co-direct the groundbreaking found-footage horror film 'The Blair Witch Project' (1999).
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