Little Saints
After St. Jude appears in Esperanza's oven, she sets out to find her daughter, who died under mysterious circumstances. The journey forces Esperanza to challenge her own beliefs and face her fears in order to be reunited with her beloved daughter.
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Plot Summary
A former prostitute, desperate to leave her past behind, takes a job as a housekeeper for a wealthy family. However, her troubled history threatens to catch up with her when she becomes involved with the family's troubled son and a dangerous former associate.
Critical Reception
Little Saints received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its ambition and the performances of its lead actors, many found the plot convoluted and predictable, with some criticizing its generic crime-drama tropes.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggles with a predictable and uninspired plot.
- Performances are a mixed bag, with some standing out despite the material.
- It fails to deliver a compelling or original crime drama narrative.
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The film's limited release and subsequent lack of wide distribution have made detailed critical and audience reception data difficult to compile.
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