Greedy People is a chaotic murder thriller set in a small island town and unfolds after a million dollars are discovered following an accidental murder. What follows is a cascade of bad decisions, greed and moral dilemmas that will keep you on the edge of your seat in this dark comedy-drama.
Police officer Will Shelley (Himesh Patel) moves to a small island town with his pregnant wife Paige (Lily James). However, a tragic mistake during his first case leads to a series of betrayals, greed and murder. Will accidentally kills a woman and, along with his partner Terry (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), stages the incident as a botched robbery, uncovering a hidden stash of money. As suspicions mount, secrets begin to unravel: victim Wallace’s husband, her lover Keith, and hired hitmen become entangled in a deadly spiral. Paige hires a hitman, Terry betrays Will and the money becomes a deadly curse.
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The screenplay, written by Michael Vukadinovich, is both entertaining and thought-provoking, expertly combining humor with suspense. The story explores the complexities of human greed and morality while maintaining an engaging and almost playful tone.
Director Potsy Ponciroli expertly captures the claustrophobic charm of the small town and uses it as a backdrop to unravel complex relationships. Joseph steals the show with his versatility, seamlessly transitioning between comedic slapstick and chilling menace as a rogue police officer. His performance ensures that the audience balances between laughter and discomfort.
Patel, on the other hand, imbues his character with subtlety and depth, lending an emotional weight that grounds the story amid the chaos. Lily James excels as the vibrant voice of both reason and rebellion.
Greedy People successfully combines strong performances, a compelling screenplay, and an intriguing premise to create a film that is both humorous and disturbing.
The film is available on Lionsgate India.
4 out of 5 stars
Published by:
Zinia Bandyopadhyay
Published on:
November 22, 2024
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