Mobsters' Confessions
Small-time con man Jiro makes his living tricking small businesses out of large sums of money. In the process he acquires a helpmate Kumiko, a refugee from her stepfather's sexual abuse. But things start to get out of control when yakuza boss Kamewada muscles in on the action.
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Plot Summary
In this crime drama, a group of ambitious young men in New York City in the 1970s strive to rise through the ranks of the local mafia. They engage in various criminal activities, from petty theft to more serious offenses, all while navigating the complex and dangerous world of organized crime. Their loyalties are tested, and their pursuit of power leads to betrayal and violence.
Critical Reception
Mobsters' Confessions received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding the film to be a derivative and uninspired entry into the gangster genre. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, citing a lack of originality and compelling storytelling. The film failed to make a significant impact on the box office.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks originality and relies heavily on cliches from better gangster films.
- Performances are uninspired, failing to bring depth to the characters.
- The plot is predictable and fails to generate any real tension.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's generic approach to the mob genre and a lack of memorable moments.
Fun Fact
Despite its title, the film is not a sequel to the 1991 film 'Mobsters', though it shares a similar genre and setting.
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