Making a Deal with the Devil
Making a Deal with the Devil

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Making a Deal with the Devil

2019
Movie
75 min
English

A fascinating and dramatic tale of a behind the scenes plot developed by the FBI as they work secretly with the mob to eradicate corruption and crime in USA.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Jason MurphyGenres: Drama, Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A young woman finds herself in a desperate situation and makes a pact with a mysterious entity to save her family. As the consequences of her deal begin to manifest, she must confront the dark forces she has unleashed. The film explores themes of sacrifice, temptation, and the price of desperate measures.

Critical Reception

Making a Deal with the Devil received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often being described as a formulaic horror-thriller with a predictable plot. While some appreciated the performances of its lead actors and the attempts at suspense, many found the execution lacking and the narrative uninspired.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a derivative script and uneven pacing.

  • Performances are a bright spot but cannot salvage the predictable story.

  • Lacks originality and relies heavily on horror tropes.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Making a Deal with the Devil' are scarce, but those available tend to reflect the critical sentiment, with viewers often citing a lack of novelty in the plot and a predictable, albeit sometimes tense, storyline.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Los Angeles, California, utilizing various urban and suburban locations to create its atmospheric setting.

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