The Rules for Everything
The Rules for Everything

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The Rules for Everything

2017
Movie
87 min
Norwegian

Storm is 10 years old. When her father disappears and her mother starts making instructional videos with an Eastern European self-help guru, Storm must decide which rules life to adhere to lest the world should fall apart.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Niels Arden OplevGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A seasoned police officer is drawn into a dangerous investigation when his estranged son becomes involved in a complex criminal conspiracy. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a widespread network of corruption and deceit that reaches the highest levels of power. He must navigate treacherous alliances and confront his own past to protect his family and expose the truth.

Critical Reception

'The Rules for Everything' received a mixed reception from critics, who praised its suspenseful plot and strong performances but criticized its occasionally convoluted narrative and pacing. Audiences were generally divided, with some appreciating the intricate crime story and others finding it overly dark and complex.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and solid acting.

  • Criticized for a plot that can be difficult to follow at times.

  • The film offers a gripping, albeit somewhat convoluted, crime thriller experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 2005 Swedish film 'Fallet' (The Apartment).

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