Thou Shall Not Commit
Thou Shall Not Commit

Thou Shall Not Commit

2001Movie91 minCantonese

A retired policeman suspects his wife committing adultery. He then goes to great lengths to prove her infidelity, including using a psychotic kid as his pawn.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Uli EdelGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A teenage girl becomes entangled in a dangerous web of deceit and abuse after a relationship with her older brother's best friend turns violent. As the situation escalates, she finds herself increasingly isolated and struggling to cope with the trauma and the attempts to cover up the truth. The film explores themes of family dysfunction, sexual abuse, and the devastating consequences of betrayal.

Critical Reception

Thou Shalt Not Commit received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its intense performances, particularly from Kirsten Dunst and Christian Bale, and its unflinching portrayal of difficult subject matter. However, some found the film's dark themes and graphic content to be overwhelming, and the pacing was occasionally criticized.

What Reviewers Say

  • Strong performances from the lead actors are a major highlight.
  • The film tackles sensitive and disturbing themes with a raw intensity.
  • Some viewers found the subject matter too bleak and difficult to watch.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was later re-edited and released as a television film.

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