City of Lies

  • 2021


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Average Rating 2.8/5
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4.0
Directed by Brad Furman, this is a tightly paced, provocative drama based on real life events. Common Sense Media
2.0
But unlike David Finchers Zodiac, which is far and away the most obvious point of comparison, City of Lies doesnt accept the mystery. Indie Wire
4.0
City of Lies feels like a docu drama with elements of fictionalization weaved into the fabric. We Got This Covered
4.5
And thats a disgrace spreading far, far beyond the borders of Los Angeles. The Hollywood Reporter
1.5
Ultimately, City of Lies is more James Ellroy than docudrama, resulting in a tired police thriller that hitched its wagon to an untenable star.
1.5
The look is grimy and the atmosphere is grim; but what could have been a moody character study or a taut conspiracy thriller is instead a dreary proce .. The New York Times
1.5
You know youre in trouble when Voletta Wallace cant really convincingly play herself. Rogerebert
2.5
Even as its ambitions are laudable in casting a wide net over a variety of societal ills, the film cant quite muster the will to follow through on tho .. IGN
1.5
Slaxx is maybe a little too silly for its own good especially when the darker elements of the story come into play but for the most part, it is a funn .. E Film Critic
3.5
While City of Lies isnt an exceptional film by any means and likely would have only caused a minor stir in theaters, its still a rock solid procedural .. JoBlo
3.0
structurally complex but...unsurprising film might prove intriguing for both those with an enduring interest in the Notorious B.I.G.s murder and those .. One Guys Opinion
3.0
City of Lies has a lot on its mind, but it also has some degree of difficulty summoning gripping drama, doing much better as a rapid fire detective st .. Blu Ray
3.8
Russells own theories have been officially discredited, too, but hes not looking for atonement. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
Johnny Depp is back in good form as an ex cop seeking the truth about a famous murder. Forest Whitaker matches him step to step as an investigative re .. You Tube
4.0
Depp gives a solidly understated turn as a deep thinking, ramshackle detective (yes, theres a Columbo reference) whos understands the systemic issues .. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
Its a dramatically drab walkthrough of fictionalized events occurring at tangents to one of the most upsetting and fascinating unsolved high profile c .. Decider
4.5
And thats a disgrace spreading far, far beyond the borders of Los Angeles. Hollywood Reporter
2.0
As a thriller, it never quite reaches its boiling point, which may be one reason its been sitting on the shelf since 2018. But as the portrait of a ma .. Detroit News
3.8
Because that character is never developed, his fathers guilt doesnt register as strongly as it could have. Aisle Seat
3.6
With such a dull centerpiece, the rest of the investigation seems like a Law and Order episode viewed after an entire bottle of sedatives. Ar Kansas Online
4.0
A highly engrossing, character driven, true crime mystery thriller, that is in league with the likes of Sidney Lumet classics Serpico and Prince of th .. Matts Movie Reviews
3.8
Depp and Forest Whitaker go for authenticity in the gritty drama reminiscent of 70s procedurals. Chicago Sun Times
4.5
In some ways, you might think this is the kind of material that would have ignited a director like Sidney Lumets passion, and Furman is no Lumet, but .. Dead Line
1.5
That hes an exceptional actor isnt new news, but hes firmly the heart of this wordy drama about the yearning and breaking hearts of his characters par .. Concrete Play Ground
3.8
With almost as many twists, turns, false leads, and possible suspects as the JFK assassination, City of Lies is a great showcase for Depp and Whitaker .. Third Coast Review
2.0
City of Lies, the latest venture from director Brad Furman, is intrinsically a compromised product. Ion Cinema
1.5
But City of Lies never offers its own, clear idea of what happened. Entertainment Voice
3.0
Together they give City of Lies pedigree, though Christian Contrerass hollow screenplay doesnt give them much beyond an array of genre clichs. The Only Critic
1.5
After the film reveals its hand an hour in, the rest of the bloated runtime sleepwalks through melodrama before reaching its flat conclusion. Battle Royale With Cheese
1.5
Overall, City of Lies seems more intent on wallowing in LA grit than in finding a powerful through line for its two stars and the large cast that surr .. Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
2.0
Even with help, going up against the L.A.P.D. isnt going to be easy. Parent Previews
2.0
An odd and disjointed movie about the murders of Tupac Shakur and the Notorious B.I.G Splice Today
1.5
It doesnt help that there isnt a whole lot of dialogue or explanation in the screenplay Christian Contreras wrote. Movies and Shakers
3.0
However, Furmans film lacks the focus needed; it cant seem to properly juggle all the storylines and characters together, to the point where it starts .. Worldo Free L
3.8
The scenes with both Whitaker and Depp are the films strongest as if were watching a Masterclass as these two exceptional actors inject vitality into .. Victoria Advocate
3.0
However, there isnt much backstory of the rappers, so you may want to rewatch Notorious (2009) or All Eyez on Me (2017) to refresh yourself on their l .. Wtop
1.5
The movie isnt the definitive film about The Notorious B.I.G.s unsolved murder, despite the involvement of the late rappers mother Voletta Wallace. Showbiz Cheat Sheet
4.5
Its really an incredible story, and speaks to Benedict Cumberbatchs great range... This is one of his finest performances. FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
1.5
It isnt a terrible film, but its a terribly monotonous one, with lackluster acting and tacky re enactments of over recycled theories about Biggie Smal ..
3.5
The lesson is solid even as the huge production fails to generate the chemistry promised by its cast and crew. Its Just Movies
3.8
A bit too long, the film nevertheless is an intriguing police procedural that raises many questions about the very institutions we rely on to protect .. Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..
1.5
a deeply trite message, to be sure, but in our current world of falsehood, perhaps not a bad one to rehash.
2.0
Bob Odenkirk proves hes got action movie mojo in the ultra violent dark comedy, Nobody. KKFI-FM (Kansas City)



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