Crime Fiction
Crime Fiction

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Crime Fiction

2007
Movie
90 min
English

Will you kill for a good story? If you are James Cooper, a 28 year old copy editor with dreams of literary stardom, you will. After all, your girlfriend was just crowned the "voice of a new America" by the New York literati, and you waste your days editing third-rate textbooks in a dreary Chicago basement. Your first book got panned. Your agent just dumped you. You have no future. But when your girlfriend's corpse ends up sprawled beneath your bedroom window, you finally know what to write about. Crime Fiction is the story of murder, betrayal and outrageous artistic fortune.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Jonnie LewisGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man with a troubled past struggles to navigate a dangerous underworld when a woman he cares about becomes entangled in a criminal conspiracy. He must confront his own demons and make difficult choices to protect her and find a way out of the deadly situation. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions.

Critical Reception

Crime Fiction received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its characters underdeveloped. While some acknowledged the film's attempts at creating a gritty atmosphere, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality and a failure to deliver a compelling narrative. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable and confusing storyline.

  • Character development is weak, making it difficult to connect with the protagonists.

  • Despite some attempts at suspense, the thriller elements fall flat.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Crime Fiction (2007)' is not readily available. General audience sentiment appears to align with critical reviews, suggesting a film that did not resonate widely.

Fun Fact

Nelly Furtado, primarily known as a Grammy-winning musician, makes a notable appearance in the film, marking one of her few significant acting roles.

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