Illicit
Illicit

Illicit

2020Movie120 minEnglish

A couple finds out that starting a extra marital affair is a lot easier to do than ending one when they both are seduced into outside situations.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Corey FinleyGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A driven prosecutor finds herself entangled in a dangerous affair with a married man, which soon spirals into a twisted game of manipulation and deceit. As the lines between her professional and personal life blur, she must confront her own desires and the escalating consequences of her choices.

Critical Reception

Illicit received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the performances of the lead actors, many found the thriller elements to be uninspired and the narrative to be convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to create genuine suspense, relying on clichés.
  • Performances are a highlight, but cannot salvage the weak script.
  • The plot becomes increasingly implausible as it progresses.

Google audience: Audience reception for Illicit is largely unstated, with insufficient data to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Charleston, South Carolina, with the city's distinct architecture serving as a backdrop for the story's dramatic events.

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