Little Devil
A small provincial town. The inhabitants are bored, apathetic and bitter... Peredonov, a modest high school teacher, dreams about a promotion and moving to the capital. Gradually his dream becomes an obsession. Varvara, his second cousin who dreams about marrying him, writes a promising letter about an invitation to Saint-Petersburg on behalf of the capital's princess. But the teacher's dreams aren't meant to come true: he becomes a victim of his own insanity and kills his friend and the hateful Varvara...
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Plot Summary
A burned-out detective, haunted by a past case, takes on a seemingly simple assignment to find a missing teenager. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a dark conspiracy involving a wealthy family and a dangerous cult. The investigation leads him into a treacherous world where nothing is as it seems, forcing him to confront his own demons and fight for survival.
Critical Reception
Little Devil (also known as 'Love is Strange' or 'Perfect Crime') received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its attempt at a neo-noir thriller with a strong cast, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the suspenseful elements while others criticized its predictable twists and pacing.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric tension and performances from its lead actors.
- Criticized for a confusing and underdeveloped plot with unsatisfying twists.
- Seen by some as an interesting genre exercise that ultimately falls short.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided opinion, with some finding the film's suspense and dark themes engaging, while others felt the story was predictable and lacked coherence.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release with a different title and a more prominent role for Steven Seagal, but was re-edited and released direct-to-video under various titles.
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