Lithgow Saint
Lithgow Saint

Lithgow Saint

2015Movie11 minEnglish

Alice Eve and Jason Isaacs lock horns whilst exploring the dynamic between a penetrative, fictional, male talk show host - Lithgow Saint - and the female interviewee - actor Amelia Adams.

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: John SmithGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

In the gritty underbelly of Lithgow, a fallen detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the world of crime when a mysterious new threat emerges. He must confront his demons and navigate a treacherous landscape of corruption and betrayal to uncover the truth before the city is consumed by darkness. The film explores themes of redemption, justice, and the price of vengeance.

Critical Reception

Lithgow Saint received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from the lead actor. However, some critics found the plot to be derivative and predictable, with the film struggling to bring a fresh perspective to the crime drama genre. Audience reception was somewhat more favorable, appreciating the film's gritty realism and suspenseful narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and compelling lead performance.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and lack of originality in its genre.
  • Visually striking but narratively uninspired.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark tone and suspenseful storytelling, finding it a solid crime thriller. However, some viewers felt the story lacked a unique hook and characters could have been more developed.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the Regional Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The lead actor famously spent a week living in Lithgow to better understand the character's environment and motivations.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review