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Once Upon a Crime
When storybook author Samantha (Kirsten Price) begins to have fantasies about getting rid of her useless husband and running away with her maid, the story starts to appear on the pages of her latest children's book. In this magical kingdom, she becomes a Queen Bee and disposes of her unfaithful King in favor of her loyal worker drones. It's not long before Samantha's life imitates her art and she gives her husband a pink slip out of her life, finally ending her troubled marriage. Now the Queen Bee and the workers have the kingdom all to themselves...but will there be a happy ending? The workers may have plans of their own...
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck private investigator takes on a case involving a missing woman and a stolen emerald. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that leads him through the criminal underworld and into unexpected danger. He must rely on his wits and a few unlikely allies to solve the mystery and stay alive.
Critical Reception
Once Upon a Crime (2008) received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and uninspired direction. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the crime-comedy genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a predictable and often nonsensical plot.
Performances are uneven, failing to elevate the weak material.
Lacks the charm or wit expected from a crime-comedy.
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Fun Fact
Despite its cast featuring recognizable actors like Paul Sorvino and David Carradine, the film had a very limited release and garnered little attention.
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