London Fields
London Fields

London Fields

2018Movie118 minEnglish

Clairvoyant femme fatale Nicola Six has been living with a dark premonition of her impending death by murder. She begins a tangled love affair with three uniquely different men — one of whom she knows will be her murderer.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic22/100
Google Users26%
Director: Mathew CullenGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a dystopian London on the brink of collapse, a mysterious and alluring woman named Nicola is entangled in a dangerous love triangle. She decides to seduce multiple men, including a terminally ill American novelist, as part of a dark and twisted plan to orchestrate her own murder. The narrative unfolds as a neo-noir thriller, exploring themes of fate, obsession, and the nature of storytelling.

Critical Reception

London Fields received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and was a significant box office disappointment. The film was widely criticized for its convoluted plot, inconsistent tone, and graphic content. Despite a star-studded cast and a high-concept premise, it failed to resonate with audiences or critics, often cited as a prime example of a film that suffered from significant production and release issues.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a nonsensical and overly complicated plot.
  • Performances are uneven, failing to elevate the material.
  • Visually stylish but ultimately hollow and exploitative.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be confusing and disappointing, with many criticizing its disjointed narrative and disturbing themes. While some appreciated the attempt at a unique thriller, the majority expressed dissatisfaction with the overall execution.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film's production was marred by legal disputes and significant behind-the-scenes drama, including lawsuits filed by its stars regarding alterations to the film during post-production.

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