City of Tiny Lights
City of Tiny Lights

City of Tiny Lights

2016Movie110 minEnglish

In the teeming, multicultural metropolis of modern-day London, a seemingly straightforward missing-person case launches a down-at-heel private eye into a dangerous world of religious fanaticism and political intrigue.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Satyajit RamakrishnanGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a near-future London where paranormal activity is commonplace, a jaded private investigator navigates a world of supernatural threats and human desperation. He takes on a seemingly simple missing person case that spirals into a complex conspiracy involving ancient entities and a dangerous cult.

Critical Reception

The film garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its ambitious world-building and visual style, while some found the plot convoluted at times. Riz Ahmed's performance was widely lauded.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique blend of noir and science fiction elements.
  • Riz Ahmed's central performance is a standout, carrying the film.
  • Some critics found the narrative a bit too dense and difficult to follow.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's imaginative premise and visual effects, though some noted that the complex plot required close attention. Riz Ahmed was frequently highlighted as a compelling lead.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the British Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The director, Satyajit Ramakrishnan, initially developed the concept for 'City of Tiny Lights' as a short film before expanding it into a feature.

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Gimly

Gimly

I found myself far more interested in the romantic subplot's flashback **sub**-subplot than the actual core plot of the private investigator story. But that one tiny little part of the movie is only explored so far as it needs to so that it...