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Crime 101
2026 141 min United Kingdom, United States of America R 18+
★6.8
Crime, Thriller
Director: Bart Layton
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Description
When an elusive thief whose high-stakes heists unfold along the iconic 101 freeway in Los Angeles eyes the score of a lifetime, with hopes of this being his final job, his path collides with a disillusioned insurance broker who is facing her own crossroads. Determined to crack the case, a relentless detective closes in on the operation, raising the stakes even higher.
Budget:
$90M
US Gross:
$36.59M
Worldwide:
$72.9M
Starring
Chris Hemsworth
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Mark Ruffalo
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Barry Keoghan
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Key opinion
Crime 101 is a visually polished heist drama that struggles to escape the shadow of genre classics like Heat. While the film benefits from high production values and a dedicated cast, critics are divided on whether its focus on character dynamics over heist complexity succeeds or renders the film formulaic and dry.
| Cinematography | The cinematography and production design excel, effectively capturing a cold, stylish atmosphere and the essence of Los Angeles. | |
| Screenplay | The inclusion of a forced, extraneous romantic subplot involving the protagonist's love interest undermines the film's narrative focus. | |
| Originality | The script is widely viewed as formulaic and predictable, lacking the thematic depth or narrative surprise found in the source material. | |
| Acting | Evaluations of the ensemble cast are divided; some find the performances elevate the material, while others argue the stars are wasted on shallow, underutilized roles. | |
| Pacing | Pacing remains a point of contention, as the film's contemplative, character-driven tempo either creates a sophisticated atmosphere or results in an overly dry, sluggish experience. |