In with Thieves
In with Thieves

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In with Thieves

2008
Movie
96 min
English

A tough-as-nails burglary crew from the streets, a Cuban cartel, heavy into voodoo, ruthless Albanian gangsters, and a blood diamond deal that erupts into all out violence. This throws the criminal underworld into chaos. Double-crosses and brazen gangland executions entwine everyone in a street war that plays out to an explosive ending.

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IMDb3.6/10
Director: David S. ElliottGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A disillusioned detective investigates a series of high-profile robberies, uncovering a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled with the very criminals he's trying to apprehend, forcing him to question his own moral compass. The case becomes personal when his own life is threatened, pushing him to the brink.

Critical Reception

In with Thieves received largely negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and uninspired performances. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some finding the action sequences passable but ultimately overshadowed by the film's numerous flaws.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and offers little new to the crime thriller genre.

  • Performances are unconvincing and fail to elevate the weak script.

  • The plot is predictable and riddled with clichés.

Google audience: Audience reviews were scarce and generally negative, with viewers criticizing the predictable storyline and poor execution.

Fun Fact

Despite a relatively small cast, the film was noted for its attempts at gritty realism in its depiction of urban crime, though this was often undermined by its budgetary limitations.

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