movie review

Felony-focused film reviews; fictional movies and true crime documentaries depicting real-life stories or inspired by them.

The Ghost's Gamble
The city was nervous. An infamous lawbreaker engineer, referred to just as the Phantom, had arranged the heist of the 100 years - the Peak Bank. Its impervious security framework and huge gold mine made it a definitive award.
By Iftikhar Akramabout a year ago in Criminal
The Shadow's Game
The downpour lashed against the windowpane, reflecting the strife inside Alex, the baffling spy. His main goal: to penetrate the core of the slippery 'Partner', a shadowy association with limbs venturing into the most obscure corners of the globe.
By Iftikhar Akramabout a year ago in Criminal
A Look at the Real Life Case That Inspired Lifetime's "Nobody Dumps My Daughter"
The true crime gems from Lifetime in 2024 have been quite delicious, mainly because of the stories used in the films, as well as the casting. The casting in these pieces have given me hope for potential villainess casting in future thrillers, but more on that later. Let's get to the topic of this story, a recent Lifetime true crime retelling that I had been looking forward to for several months: Nobody Dumps My Daughter.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Criminal
A Peaceful Village Under Threat
The Girl Who Saved the Village There existed a hidden village in a lush valley, surrounded by towering peaks. In this little place, there lived a young girl named Elara. There, laughter and birds filled her quiet home. However, this peace was dearly bought in that every year, a shadow fell from the mountains, a magical force known as the Ethers. These demonic entities, spawned from ancient curses, would overrun the village, stealing crops, animals, and occasionally even people, leaving them all in the grip of fear and hopelessness. The legend told of a messiah one day coming along to end the reign of the Ethers, but centuries went by and no one came and the people lost their hope.
By denizan Lawyerabout a year ago in Criminal
Three Young Students Drown in Pool Accident at Mangalore Resort
THREE COLLEGE YOUNG ENGINEERING STUDENTS DROWN IN TERRIFYING SWIMMING POOL ACCIDENT Tragedy struck at the 'Vazco' beach resort in Mangalore, where three young engineering students from Mysuru lost their lives. Nishita MD (21), Parvathi S (20), and Keerthana N (21) were in their final year of engineering and had gone to the resort for a vacation. What was supposed to be a joyous time with friends turned into a heartbreaking incident.
By Abhay kumar chauhanabout a year ago in Criminal
The Bermuda Trıangle. AI-Generated.
The Bermuda Triangle, also known as the "Devil's Triangle," is one of the most mysterious and feared regions on Earth. Stretching between Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico, this area has been the site of countless disappearances, unexplained phenomena, and paranormal theories. Despite extensive research, the mystery surrounding the Bermuda Triangle remains unresolved, sparking endless speculation and intrigue.
By Aslihanabout a year ago in Criminal
Whispers Beyond the Veil Chapter 3: Uncovering the Past
The night air felt heavy, as if the city itself sensed the tension between Arjun and Riya. After their unsettling meeting at the park, they both knew that time was slipping through their fingers. They needed to understand the warnings surrounding them—The Veil, the strange dreams, and the ominous messages. There had to be something, or someone, who could explain the connection they felt and the danger that seemed to follow.
By Mavdi1617about a year ago in Criminal
THE PERFECT MURDER
**The Perfect Murder** In the bustling heart of Chicago, where skyscrapers pierced the sky and shadows danced along the alleyways, a cunning plot began to unfold. Evelyn Greene was a celebrated crime novelist known for her intricate plots and shocking twists. Little did she know that her latest story would become an eerie reality.
By Daniel Samabout a year ago in Criminal
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video: A Quirky Comedy with a Twist
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video” is a refreshing take on comedy, packed with quirky humor, relatable characters, and a narrative that keeps the audience entertained from start to finish. With its clever plot and engaging performances, this film stands out as a light-hearted, feel-good comedy with a twist that adds depth to the storyline.
By Poonam Ownabout a year ago in Criminal
Shaping the Shadows: 15 True Crime Documentaries That Redefined the Genre
True crime has long fascinated people, and this interest has only grown with the rise of modern documentaries. From pamphlets in colonial America detailing crimes and trials to public executions that were treated like social events, crime stories have always drawn attention. As media evolved, true crime adapted to new formats, with Truman Capote's In Cold Blood shaping it into a modern genre. By the 1980s, Errol Morris's film The Thin Blue Line pushed true crime further into the documentary world, especially as it helped overturn a conviction. Now, with streaming platforms like Netflix, YouTube, and HBO Max, true crime documentaries and series have become a staple of modern entertainment, captivating millions with their detailed retellings of shocking crimes.
By Black Roseabout a year ago in Criminal
The Twisted Tale of the Real Life Inspiration for "Mother Knows Best"
As I said before, it amazes the hell out of me that people would be willing to pay to have someone knocked off. It's never chump change, either. Some people are insane enough to fork over loads of moolah just to have a person eliminated. And as I mentioned before in a previous story, the murder-for-hire stories I've heard about usually see women carry out these nefarious plans. The plot of the telefilm, Mother Knows Best, centered on a murder-for-hire scheme, and I had seen this film a few times. It's quite a delicious thriller, but I didn't know until about a few years ago that this was actually based on a true story.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Criminal
Ted Bundy
The image of Ted Bundy getting up in the morning and acting like a baboon in front of the mirror seems strange in the context of this movie, which presents the infamous serial killer as the handsome, charming Angel of Death with an affable, easy, thoroughly deceptive, and deadly nature. The movie focuses particularly on his relationship with his much-maligned girlfriend "Lee" (Boti Ann Bliss), presented here as a needy, clueless young woman willing to take Ted's mentally abusive, narcissistic behavior, all the while never suspecting that the man who wants her to "pretend to be dead" while they make love might not be who he appears to be.
By Tom Bakerabout a year ago in Criminal