The Accomplice
The Accomplice

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The Accomplice

2017
Movie
7 min
English

A man discovers his unwitting participation in a bank robbery across a series of increasingly incriminating (and hilarious) answering machine messages.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Dana Adam ShapiroGenres: Documentary, Crime

Plot Summary

Investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker Michelle Alexander sets out to expose the truth behind a powerful businessman's suspicious death. Her investigation uncovers a complex web of deceit, betrayal, and hidden motives, forcing her to confront dangerous individuals who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. As Alexander delves deeper, she must grapple with the ethical implications of her pursuit of justice and the potential consequences for all involved.

Critical Reception

The Accomplice received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, who largely praised its intricate plot and the chilling depiction of the lengths people will go to for power and wealth. However, some reviews noted that the pacing could be slow at times and that certain plot points felt convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful narrative and exploration of corporate corruption.

  • Some viewers found the plot overly complicated and the pacing inconsistent.

  • The film's attempt to delve into complex ethical dilemmas was noted by reviewers.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Dana Adam Shapiro, is also known for his work on the documentary 'Murderball'.

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