Dead Dogs Lie
Three hit people - two men, one woman, who have never met before are placed on a road trip down the East Coast together. The only thing they have in common is that they have all worked for the same boss - and, as they swap stories, discover that they have all screwed up for this same boss in the past. As they share their stories of errors on the job - seen through visual, stirring flashbacks - they begin to wonder why it was they were put together in the first place and what might be waiting for them at the end of their little road trip.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck private investigator is hired to find a missing dog, only to become entangled in a dangerous web of deceit, murder, and a sinister conspiracy. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that goes far beyond a simple missing pet case. The investigation forces him to confront his own past and the dark underbelly of the city.
Critical Reception
Dead Dogs Lie received a largely negative to mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempt at a neo-noir feel and the performance of Mark Sheppard, many found the plot convoluted and predictable. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is often overlooked in the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
- The film attempts a gritty neo-noir atmosphere but falls short due to a weak script.
- Mark Sheppard delivers a solid performance, but it's not enough to save the convoluted plot.
- The mystery elements are predictable and lack genuine suspense.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Dead Dogs Lie are scarce, but those available suggest a film that is often seen as forgettable with a plot that doesn't quite hold together.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Los Angeles, attempting to capture a classic noir aesthetic.
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