Emily the Criminal (2022)

United States of America

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Low Spark Films, Evil Hag Productions

Aubrey Plaza, Theo Rossi, Megalyn Echikunwoke, Gina Gershon, Jonathan Avigdori, Bernardo Badillo

John Patton Ford

John Patton Ford

Taglines: High risks come with even higher rewards.

job interview, organized crime, los angeles, california, criminal underworld, credit card fraud, criminal record, food delivery, student debt

Desperate for income, Emily takes a shady gig buying goods with stolen credit cards supplied by a charismatic middleman named Youcef. Seduced by the quick cash and illicit thrills, they hatch a plan to take their business to the next level.

Reviews:

Author: AhmadZQ
While “Emily the Criminal” isn't for everyone, it does succeed on many fronts. It's not your run-of-the-mill crime flick; instead, it's an in-depth look at the mind of its main character and examination of criminal behaviour. The film's overall noir vibe appeals to me, and I think its effectiveness as a small-scale thriller stems from its commitment to staying grounded, scaled down, and focused. Additionally commendable is Plaza's performance, and given that this is John Patton Ford's directorial debut, he, too, is deserving of recognition for his efforts. Yet, despite its entertaining nature, the film fails to make a lasting impression. ___ **Rating**: 7.0/10 _(Good)_