All articles tagged with #revenge plot
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
June Squibb shines in her first leading role in the indie comedy "Thelma," where she plays an elderly widow who takes matters into her own hands after falling victim to a scam. Despite Squibb's delightful performance and some charming moments, the film often leans too heavily on cutesy humor, making it more of a mild crowdpleaser than a standout comedy.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
"The Beekeeper," starring Jason Statham, falls short with its convoluted revenge plot and inane premise, failing to fully capitalize on the cathartic appeal of vigilante justice. Despite Statham's tough-guy credentials, the film lacks his usual droll wit, and the dialogue often elicits unintentional chuckles. Directed by David Ayer and premiering on January 12 in US theaters, the movie struggles to deliver on the basic impulses of the action genre's hive mind, ultimately missing the mark as both counter-programming and a prestige film alternative.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NDTV
Bollywood actor Chrisann Pereira was arrested in the UAE for carrying drugs hidden in a memento, but Mumbai police have now found that she was allegedly framed in a revenge plot over a fight about a dog. Two people, including a bakery owner and a bank assistant general manager, have been arrested for planting drugs on her and demanding money for her release. The accused have also been involved in similar drug conspiracies and framing others. Pereira has worked in Bollywood films like 'Sadak-2' and 'Batla House'.