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Guilty
The truck driver (Molovski) is negligent in his attitude towards work. Despite the warnings that his vehicle is defective, he leaves on the road, and in addition he returns to the local tavern to meet the new waitress and drink "one round". He causes an accident with a bus. Five people are killed and several are seriously injured. Among the dead is his little neighbor.
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Plot Summary
A former convict, released after serving time for a robbery gone wrong, tries to start a new life. However, his past catches up with him when he gets entangled with a group of criminals planning a heist. He must decide whether to return to his old ways or fight for redemption.
Critical Reception
Guilty (1983) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its gritty atmosphere and Joe Pesci's performance, many found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. The film struggled to distinguish itself in the crime drama genre.
What Reviewers Say
Pesci delivers a strong performance but the film's script is weak.
A by-the-numbers crime drama that offers little new.
Fails to capitalize on its potentially interesting premise.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a forgettable crime film with a predictable plot.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1983, 'Guilty' was not widely distributed and is considered a lesser-known film in Joe Pesci's filmography.
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