Title: Crime Spree
Year: 2003
Rating: 5.6
Cast: Gérard Depardieu, Harvey Keitel, Johnny Hallyday, Renaud, Saïd Taghmaoui
Description: Forget diamond heists and bank robberies; 'Crime Spree' (2003) offers a far more unsettling kind of larceny – the theft of innocence. This low-budget gem, often overlooked, masterfully explores the corrosive effects of unchecked ambition and the moral compromises we make in its pursuit. The film isn't about glamorous criminals; it's a gritty character study, peeling back layers of desperation to reveal the human cost of chasing the American Dream, albeit in a very twisted way. The performances are raw and visceral, imbued with a palpable sense of unease that lingers long after the credits roll. While the pacing might feel deliberate at times, it's a calculated choice, mirroring the slow, insidious creep of moral decay at the heart of the narrative. 'Crime Spree' is not a film for the faint of heart, but for those seeking a thought-provoking, morally ambiguous thriller, it's a hidden masterpiece worth unearthing.