King and the Crook
King and the Crook

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King and the Crook

2015
Movie
57 min
Norwegian

How could Gulosten, who was a major criminal during prohibition, and a resistance fighter during WW2, get away with the murder of two Germans in peacetime Norway? And what part did his friend, king Haakon of Norway, play in this?

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: M.R. KashyapGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In the gritty underbelly of Mumbai, a young man named Raju navigates a life of crime, aiming to rise through the ranks. He becomes entangled with a notorious gangster, leading to a dangerous game of loyalty, betrayal, and survival. As Raju gets deeper into the criminal world, he must confront his past and make difficult choices that will determine his fate.

Critical Reception

King and the Crook received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged the film's attempt at a gritty crime narrative, many criticized its predictable plot, uneven pacing, and underdeveloped characters. The performances were occasionally praised, but ultimately failed to elevate the film above its perceived shortcomings.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a formulaic plot and lacks originality.

  • Performances are serviceable but cannot salvage the weak script.

  • Pacing issues and a lack of emotional depth detract from the viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'King and the Crook' were largely unenthusiastic. Viewers often pointed out the film's predictable storyline and found the action sequences to be uninspired. Some appreciated the effort to portray the harsh realities of crime, but the overall sentiment suggested that the film failed to deliver a compelling cinematic experience.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 2013 Kannada film 'Rose', which also starred actor Ankush Chaudhari in a similar role.

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