In the Wrong Hands
Masoud and Sonny are two men who both want the same thing, open a restaurant. Unfortunately, they don't have much money. To earn money they both look for a job, until Masoud finds a job as a messenger for an important businessman. For this man, they have to take a vase to a mafia boss one day. In the meantime, Sonny has fallen in love with Soraya, who happens to be his employer's daughter. Inadvertently, Sonny involves Soraya in delivering the vase.
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Plot Summary
A convicted murderer, facing execution, volunteers for a secret government experiment that involves testing a new drug designed to induce hallucinations and implant false memories. He believes this is his only chance for survival, hoping the experiment will provide evidence to exonerate him. However, the process proves far more dangerous and unpredictable than anticipated, blurring the lines between reality and manufactured delusion.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the ambitious premise and the performances of its cast, the overall execution was frequently deemed lacking.
What Reviewers Say
- The film's attempt at a mind-bending thriller often falls short due to a muddled narrative.
- Performances are generally adequate but struggle to elevate the weak script.
- The premise is intriguing but the execution is ultimately disappointing.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 2002, the film was not widely distributed and remains relatively obscure, contributing to the lack of readily available critical and audience data.
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