Henry's Crime
Henry's Crime

Henry's Crime

2010Movie108 minEnglish

An aimless man is sent to prison for a crime he did not commit, an ex-con targets the same bank he was sent away for robbing.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users63%
Director: Craig GilespieGenres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A soulful but aimless man is wrongly convicted of a bank robbery and serves time in prison. Upon his release, he decides to rob the same bank, enlisting the help of his cellmate and a beautiful actress he met during his incarceration. What starts as a revenge-driven plan quickly devolves into a series of unexpected and chaotic events.

Critical Reception

Henry's Crime received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its humor falling flat. While the performances of the lead actors were sometimes praised, the film struggled to find a consistent tone or engaging narrative, ultimately disappointing audiences looking for a tighter crime comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and predictable plot.
  • Humor is often missed, leading to a disjointed viewing experience.
  • Performances by the cast, particularly Keanu Reeves, are generally seen as a high point, but not enough to salvage the film.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a bit of a misfire, with many agreeing that the plot was less clever than it intended to be. While some appreciated Keanu Reeves' performance and the effort of the cast, many felt the movie lacked comedic timing and overall coherence.

Fun Fact

Keanu Reeves reportedly turned down the role of Captain America to star in Henry's Crime.

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