Art of Deception
Art of Deception

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Art of Deception

2019
Movie
96 min
English

After uncovering the CIA’s ruthless master plan for world domination by gaining complete mind control over the entire population, top scientist Joseph Markham is ultimately left with a choice: save the lives of billions…or the life of his wife, who has been kidnapped, interrogated, and brutally tortured but continues to viciously fight for her life. As a nationwide manhunt ensues, deadly assassins pursue, and one man’s decision will determine the fate of the world. Art of Deception is about a fight for life, love and world dominance.

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IMDb3.9/10
Director: Brad MirmanGenres: Crime, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of thieves plans an elaborate heist to steal a priceless artifact. However, their intricate plan is jeopardized when one of the team members is revealed to be an undercover agent, leading to a dangerous game of cat and mouse.

Critical Reception

Art of Deception received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who largely found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. While some acknowledged the attempt at a complex thriller, many felt the film failed to deliver a compelling or original narrative, with performances also drawing criticism.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a convoluted and uninspired plot.

  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the material.

  • Lacks the suspense and originality expected from a heist thriller.

Google audience: Audience reception for Art of Deception is largely unavailable in publicly aggregated data, but available comments suggest a lack of engagement with the plot and performances.

Fun Fact

Despite its cast including veteran actors known for their roles in crime and thriller genres, the film did not garner significant critical attention or awards.

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