Assistant Motives
Assistant Motives

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Assistant Motives

2014
Movie
74 min
English

When a young woman accepts a position as a receptionist, she finds herself falling for the boss, and entering a world of drama and danger.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Danielle K. JacksonGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling actor takes a job as a personal assistant to a reclusive and eccentric billionaire. He soon discovers that his employer has a dark secret, and his new job may be more dangerous than he ever imagined. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and murder.

Critical Reception

Assistant Motives received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its suspenseful plot and performances, while others found its pacing uneven and its twists predictable. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating the thriller elements but questioning the originality of the narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and a compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot that struggles to maintain its momentum.

  • Some viewers found the ending unsatisfying, despite the build-up.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse, but those available suggest a film that attempts to be a gripping thriller but doesn't fully succeed, with some users finding it a decent watch for its genre, while others felt it was forgettable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the principal photography taking place in a single, isolated mansion to enhance the sense of confinement and mystery.

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