The Least Among You
The Least Among You

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The Least Among You

2009
Movie
98 min
English

Black college graduate Richard Kelly reluctantly accepts a plea bargain requiring him to spend two semesters at an all-white seminary after he's wrongly accused of crimes committed during the 1965 Watts riots. Facing bigotry on all sides, he's close to cracking until he meets an elderly custodian who helps him navigate the trials of racism.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Mark Brian SmithGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A seemingly successful attorney, Tom Faulkner, is revealed to be a con artist when his past catches up to him. He uses a woman named Kate to help him manipulate his way out of trouble, but Kate's involvement leads to a complex web of deceit and moral compromise. The film explores themes of redemption and the consequences of one's actions.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the characters underdeveloped. Some praised the performances, particularly Adam Scott's, but overall it was not a widely acclaimed release.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to be a complex thriller but ultimately suffers from a muddled narrative.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors standing out while others struggle with weak material.

  • The pacing and plot development were often criticized as being too slow or nonsensical.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Least Among You' is not widely documented or readily available.

Fun Fact

The film's release was somewhat limited, and it gained little mainstream attention, contributing to the scarcity of detailed critical and audience reception data.

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