Crime Movie Reviews

"Freedom Writers" is a biographical film directed by Richard LaGravenese and starring Hilary Swank and Patrick Dempsey . It was released in the United States on January 5, 2007. Based on a true story, the film tells the story of high school teacher Erin Gruwell's education to influence a group of frustrated teenagers, allowing them to gradually grow into people with compassion and a sense of social responsibility   .

"Death Sentence" is a 105-minute thriller film produced and distributed by 20th Century Fox. The film was directed by James Wan, starring Kevin Bacon , Kelly Preston , John Goodman , Leigh Whannell, etc., and was released in the United States on August 31, 2007   . The film adapted from Brian Garfield ( Brian Garfield ) written novels, tells the story of a family man Nick Hume in order to avenge his family into the story of a dangerous killer   .

"Gomorrah" is a gang drama directed by Matteo Garrone and starring Toni Servillo and others. The film was released in Italy on May 16, 2008. The film is adapted from the novel of the same name by Robert Saviano and tells the crime story of the Naples Skomera organizing drug trafficking and gang struggle. 

"Tsotsi" is adapted from the novel of The Republic of South Africa playwright Asol Gad and directed by The Republic of South Africa director Gavin Hood . It tells the story of how a seemingly innocent street gangster obtained soul salvation   . The film won the 78th The Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film Award and nominated for the best foreign language film in the 63rd Golden Globe Awards  .

TV animation "Baccano! "Adapted from a light novel of the same name created by Ryogo Narita and illustrated by Keji Enoha . The animation is produced by Brain's Base . It was first broadcast on WOWOW on July 26, 2007 , and episodes 14-16 were not shown on TV. They were recorded on DVD/BD, with 16 episodes in total.   Mainland China is exclusively genuine from Station B. 

"Logan Lucky" is a comedy film released by National Entertainment Corporation of America, directed by Steven Soderbergh and co-starring Channing Tatum , Daniel Wroughton Craig and Adam Douglas Driver . The film was released in the United States on August 18, 2017. The film tells the story of a pair of brothers trying to rob the vault during a car race, the most popular racing sport in the United States   .

"Name der Rose, Der" is a feature film directed by Jean Jacques Annaud, starring Thomas Sean Connery and Christian Slater. It was released in 1986. The film tells that in the 14th century , an important religious meeting was suddenly destroyed by five mysterious killers. Franciscan friar William ( Thomas Sean Connery ) is responsible for tracking down the culprit behind the scenes. With the help of his young entourage (Christine Slater), William is approaching the truth step by step.

"Street Kings" (Street Kings) is an action film directed by David Ayer and starring Keanu Reeves , Forest Whitaker , Chris Evans and others. It was released in the United States on April 11, 2008.  The film tells the story of Los Angeles policeman Tom Ludlow's tough style, who often and his teammates violated police regulations to inflict violence on suspects and were investigated as a result. 

"Tropa de Elite" is an action movie directed by Jose Padilla and starring Wagner Moura , Caio Junqueira and André Ramiro . The film tells the story of two siblings who joined the Tropa de Elite in Rio's military police to fight against drugs. The film was released in Brazil on August 17, 2007.

"The International" is a suspenseful action film directed by Tom Tykwer , screenplay by Eric Singer , and starring Clive Owen and Naomi Watts . It was released in the United States on February 13, 2009. The film tells the story of Interpol Louise and prosecutor Eleanor jointly investigating the inside story of IBBC money laundering and fighting against the government and illegal organizations   .