Emily the Criminal
Emily, who is saddled with student debt and locked out of the job market due to a minor criminal record, gets involved in a credit card scam that pulls her into the criminal underworld of Los Angeles, ultimately leading to deadly consequences.
- Released:
- Runtime: 120 minutes
- Genre: Crime, Drama, Thrillers
- Stars: Aubrey Plaza, Theo Rossi, Megalyn Echikunwoke, Gina Gershon, Jonathan Avigdori, Bernardo Badillo, Craig Stark, Brandon Sklenar
- Director: John Patton Ford
Comments
- sbweightman - 5 May 2024
Engaging and thought-provoking.
An interesting story about desperate people turning to victimless crime due to their financial strains and the American labor laws not really giving them much of a choice. The plot covers the ups and downs of their journey with the odd tense moment, escalating to a fitting and somewhat realistic finale. Strong acting and character development as it shows their relationship grow and you begin to sympathize with them and their humble ambitions. Whilst the attitude of "once a criminal, always a criminal" if given motive, means, opportunity and a morally grey compass is unfair, it's hard to ignore in some cases. - asarunangshusen - 2 April 2024
Thrilling , Love acting of Aubrey Plaza
Get ready to immerse yourself in the dark and captivating world of black-market capitalism with "Emily the Criminal," a must-see thriller set to release in 2022. Directed by John Patton Ford and starring the talented Aubrey Plaza in the lead role, this movie promises to be a wild ride you won't want to miss.
The story follows Emily, an art school graduate who's drowning in debt and struggling to find a job due to her criminal record. Her situation represents the struggle of an entire generation, and the stakes are high as she turns to credit card fraud as a way out. Emily soon finds herself caught up in a world of illegal yet lucrative ventures, guided by the charismatic Youcef.
Aubrey Plaza's portrayal of Emily is simply stunning, as she perfectly captures the character's desperation and the allure of quick money. The film is praised for its gripping narrative and social commentary, shining a light on the harsh realities that drive people towards a life of crime. As Emily and Youcef navigate the dangers and risks of their actions, their relationship adds an extra layer of depth and emotion to the story.
"Emily the Criminal" is a powerful film that masterfully combines personal drama with broader societal issues, taking you on a thrilling and thought-provoking journey that will leave you speechless.
