movie review
Felony-focused film reviews; fictional movies and true crime documentaries depicting real-life stories or inspired by them.
Before Miami Vice: How Michael Mann’s Thief Invented the 1980s Crime Look
The First Heist of the 1980s When Thief arrived in 1981, it didn’t feel like a product of the 70s or a glimpse of the 80s — it was the bridge between them. The grit of The French Connection met the chrome polish of the coming decade. Michael Mann, making his feature debut, took what he’d learned from years of television and documentary work and transformed a simple crime story into something mythic.
By Movies of the 80s5 months ago in Criminal
Leonarda Cianciulli: The Soap-Maker of Correggio
The House of Secrets in Correggio In the quiet northern Italian town of Correggio, Reggio Emilia, neighbors remembered Leonarda Cianciulli as a kind woman — generous, maternal, even charming. She ran a small shop, told fortunes, and offered advice to those seeking luck or love.
By Silvia Chiarolanza5 months ago in Criminal
Russia and Ukraine Today
**Russia and Ukraine Today** The war between Russia and Ukraine continues to shape the political and humanitarian landscape of Eastern Europe. As of October 2025, the conflict remains intense, with both sides engaged in ongoing military operations and strategic maneuvers. While neither country has achieved a decisive victory, the situation on the ground remains fluid and volatile.
By America today 6 months ago in Criminal
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By Story silver book 6 months ago in Criminal
The Incredible True Story of a Woman's Self-Performed C-Section: Survival Against All Odds
The Incredible True Story of a Woman's Self-Performed C-Section: Survival Against All Odds Imagine this: a woman alone in a remote Mexican village, wracked with pain for 12 hours. Her baby won't come. No doctor in sight. So she grabs a kitchen knife and cuts herself open. This isn't a movie plot. It's the real tale of a self-performed C-section in 2000 that saved two lives.
By Story silver book 6 months ago in Criminal
The Fifth Key. AI-Generated.
The rain was a cold, relentless drumbeat on the window of the interrogation room. Detective Elias Thorne, a man whose face was a roadmap of sleepless nights, watched the suspect across the table. Sarah Vance, a retired librarian in her late sixties, was knitting a lavender scarf, her needles clicking with unnerving calmness. She was the prime, and only, suspect in the murder of her neighbor, Mr. Arthur Finch.
By Hussein Gazo6 months ago in Criminal
How a Murderer's Brain Works
The human brain is an extraordinary organ that controls every thought, emotion, and action. Yet in some individuals, it can also give rise to extreme violence and criminal behavior. Scientists and psychologists have long been fascinated by what drives a person to commit murder—one of the most severe acts imaginable. Research into the brain of murderers reveals that violent tendencies often stem from a complex mix of biological abnormalities, psychological disorders, and environmental influences. Understanding how a murderer’s brain works not only helps explain criminal behavior but also opens the door to prevention and rehabilitation.
By Shiran Pallewatta6 months ago in Criminal
did ed gein kill his brother in real life. AI-Generated.
Did Ed Gein Really Kill His Brother? Ad Gein? Edward Theodore Gein, born in 1906 in Wisconsin, became infamous for his horrific crimes that shocked American society. He murdered women, exhumed corpses, and fashioned human remains into household items and clothing. But long before his gruesome deeds were discovered in the 1950s, there was a mysterious event in 1944: the death of his older brother, **Henry Gein**.
By America today 6 months ago in Criminal
Dark Secrets, Hidden Truths
Dark Secrets, Hidden Truths: Five Must-Watch Murder Mystery Masterpieces Murder mysteries have long fascinated audiences with their ability to blend suspense, emotion, and human complexity. Some films go beyond just solving a crime; they take us deep into the minds of the characters, exploring morality, obsession, and the shadows within society. Below are five powerful films — Se7en, Zodiac, Mystic River, The Body, and Mother — each offering a unique and unforgettable experience without giving away their secrets.
By Muhammad Shahram6 months ago in Criminal
