The Critic (2024)

Ambition seduces. Power corrupts.

The Critic (2024) poster

Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.

Director: Anand Tucker
Genre: Thriller, Crime, Drama, Mystery
Runtime: 101 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Craig Armstrong
Cinematography: David Higgs
Production: BK Studios, Seven Stories, Greenwich Entertainment
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Box Office: $824,517
Original Language: en

Themes

Organized Crime and Deadly Betrayal, Impossible Murder in a Locked Room, Double Identity Life and Great Deception, Deadly Conspiracies in Elite Circles, Serial Murder Clue Hunt

Keywords

blackmail, deception, murder, critic, 1930s, stage actress, theatre, actress

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Critic about?
Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.
Who directed The Critic?
The Critic was directed by Anand Tucker.
Who stars in The Critic?
The Critic stars Ian McKellen, Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong, Lesley Manville, Ben Barnes, Romola Garai.
How long is The Critic?
The Critic has a runtime of 1h 41m (101 minutes).
What genre is The Critic?
The Critic is a Thriller, Crime, Drama, Mystery film.
How much did The Critic gross?
The Critic grossed $824,517 worldwide.
Where was The Critic produced?
The Critic was produced in United Kingdom.
What are the themes of The Critic?
The themes of The Critic include: Organized Crime and Deadly Betrayal, Impossible Murder in a Locked Room, Double Identity Life and Great Deception, Deadly Conspiracies in Elite Circles, Serial Murder Clue Hunt.