Christie Malry's Own Double-Entry
Christie Malry's Own Double-Entry

Christie Malry's Own Double-Entry

2000Movie89 minEnglish

A man uses the principles of double-entry bookkeeping to settle his accounts with society.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Simon PummellGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

In a gritty, stylized London, the introverted and downtrodden Christie Malry finds himself in dire financial straits. Desperate and feeling wronged by the system, he embarks on a campaign of petty crime, meticulously documenting his 'earnings' and 'expenditures' in his own unique accounting system. His actions escalate from minor thefts to more audacious acts of rebellion, all while his personal life remains isolated and unremarkable.

Critical Reception

Christie Malry's Own Double-Entry garnered a cult following for its unique visual style and unconventional narrative. While not a mainstream success, it was praised by some critics for its innovative approach to storytelling and its depiction of alienation and rebellion in contemporary society. However, its bleak tone and esoteric nature limited its broader appeal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive visual aesthetic and experimental narrative structure.
  • Noted for its bleak yet compelling portrayal of an outsider seeking revenge.
  • Some found the film's pacing and deliberately detached tone challenging.

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Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style, often described as 'grimy' and 'expressionistic', was heavily influenced by German Expressionist cinema.

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