The Diddler
The Diddler

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The Diddler

2012
Movie
17 min
English

The Diddler is a loose homage to the immortal series 'Alfred Hitchcock Presents'. Love triangles, mickey-slipping with unusual results, imaginary friends with imaginary guns... All this leads us to one question: Who is The Diddler?

Insights

IMDb3.5/10
Director: Michael R. MoodyGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A small-time thief, known as 'The Diddler,' attempts to pull off a series of elaborate heists in Los Angeles. His plans are consistently derailed by his own incompetence, bad luck, and the interference of quirky characters he encounters along the way. The film follows his increasingly absurd misadventures as he tries to make a big score.

Critical Reception

The Diddler received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its low production values and uninspired script. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the humor forced and the plot predictable. It did not achieve significant commercial success or critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and unfunny jokes.

  • Low production quality and amateurish acting were frequently mentioned.

  • The film struggled to find an audience due to its perceived lack of originality.

Google audience: Information regarding specific audience reactions on Google is not readily available or widely documented for this particular film.

Fun Fact

Despite its limited release and reception, 'The Diddler' features actor Eric Roberts, known for his prolific career in numerous independent and direct-to-video films.

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