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I Came By
2022 110 min United Kingdom R 16+
★6.2
Crime, Thriller
Director: Babak Anvari
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Description
A rebellious young graffiti artist, who targets the homes of the wealthy elite, discovers a shocking secret that leads him on a journey endangering himself and those closest to him.
Starring
Antonio Aakeel
Actor
Alicia Ambrose-Bayly
Actor
Percelle Ascott
Actor
Awards
1 win total
Key opinion
I Came By is a divisive thriller that attempts to blend social commentary with suspenseful genre tropes. While some viewers appreciate its subversion of expectations and strong central performances, many others criticize its implausible plotting and uneven execution.
| Acting | Hugh Bonneville delivers a haunting and effective performance as the antagonist. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative relies on illogical character decisions and predictable developments that undermine the suspense. | |
| Editing | The film's structural choices, specifically the unmarked time jumps and abrupt editing, cause confusion rather than stylistic intrigue. | |
| Screenplay | The script draws mixed reactions: some find it a refreshing subversion of thriller tropes that effectively critiques class structures, while others condemn the dialogue and plot holes as irredeemable. |