The Glass Jungle
The Glass Jungle

Movie spotlight

The Glass Jungle

1988
Movie
94 min
English

A cab driver becomes the unwilling go-between for mobsters planning to extort $5 million from the city of Los Angeles.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users72%
Director: Michael CrichtonGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A hard-boiled private investigator is hired by a powerful conglomerate to find a missing executive's daughter. As he delves deeper into the corporate underworld, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power, forcing him to confront his own moral ambiguities. The investigation leads him through a labyrinth of deception, betrayal, and unexpected alliances.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Glass Jungle' received a mixed reception from critics, who praised its stylish direction and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Costner and Streep. However, many found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were somewhat divided, with some appreciating the thriller elements while others found it less engaging than Crichton's previous works.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric direction and strong lead performances.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and inconsistent pacing.

  • Appreciated by some for its suspenseful elements, though others found it predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's gritty atmosphere and the chemistry between the main actors. Some viewers felt the plot became too complicated in the latter half, detracting from the overall enjoyment, while others enjoyed the suspenseful narrative and unexpected twists.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for one Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor (Gene Hackman).

Fun Fact

The distinctive, neon-lit cityscape sequences were inspired by a combination of Blade Runner's visual aesthetic and the gritty realism of 1940s film noir.

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