Life of Crime

In 1970s Houston, two incompetent criminals attempt to kidnap the wife of a corrupt real estate developer. However, their plan quickly unravels as they realize the wealthy wife has no intention of being held for ransom, and the husband seems indifferent to her disappearance. This sets off a series of increasingly absurd and dangerous events as everyone's motives become muddled.

Life of Crime received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its quirky humor and strong performances, particularly from John Hawkes, others found its convoluted plot and dark tone to be uneven. The film was noted for its unique blend of dark comedy and crime elements.

• Praised for its dark comedic tone and eccentric characters.
• The performances, especially John Hawkes, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.
• Some critics found the plot to be overly convoluted and the humor occasionally fell flat.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's unique, offbeat humor and the compelling performances from the lead actors. However, some viewers felt the story was a bit too strange or lacked a satisfying resolution.

The film is based on Elmore Leonard's novel 'The Switch', which was previously adapted into the film 'Jackie Brown' (1997).