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An eccentric and smooth-talking social climber who seems to have everyone in Washington, D.C., wrapped around his finger is investigated after his wealthy, well-connected and much older wife turns up dead in their home.
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Christoph Waltz delivers a noteworthy performance in Georgetown, but its muddled satire and tonal misfire demote this starry crime drama to predictably pleasing fare.

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Richard Roeper Chicago Sun-Times 05/22/2021
3.5/4
Christoph Waltz is such a master at playing debonair and duplicitous manipulator... Go to Full Review
Claudia Puig FilmWeek (LAist) 05/21/2021
I found it moderately entertaining... Poor Annette Bening was wasted. Go to Full Review
Amy Nicholson FilmWeek (LAist) 05/21/2021
It's silly, but watching Vanessa Redgrave get wooed by a younger man -- Christoph Waltz is laying on the charm -- is nice. Go to Full Review
Terry Staunton Radio Times 09/29/2022
3/5
Annette Bening in particular sorely underused as Redgrave's disapproving daughter. Waltz is the exception... he delivers a masterclass of charm with an undercurrent of evil. Go to Full Review
Kat Halstead Common Sense Media 09/11/2022
3/5
True-ish crime drama has strong language, domestic abuse. Go to Full Review
Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies 08/17/2022
3.5/5
Solid performances from Waltz, Redgrave and Benning help sell this story that almost feels otherworldly. But its craziness is part of what makes it so compelling, and it’s what keeps you glued to the screen even during its rocky patches. Go to Full Review
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Susan S 05/18/2021 Great cast and interesting story! See more Susan J 05/17/2021 Redgrave made the movie for me. She is the consummate actress. Christoph Waltz was outstanding as "butler", as she called him. I was less impressed with Annette Bening. Her portrayal of the disgruntled daughter was the weakest character. She needs to work on facial expressions. I clicked the star (4), but it would not allow it to show up. See more Deepika V Nov 19 Loved this movie. Hard to not like Waltz's characters, even if they are negative, as he brings charm and charisma to the roles. He acted well in this movie. A mix of thriller and drama. It was also directed really well, by him. The pacing was smooth, and led to a dramatic finish. See more Alec B 01/10/2024 There's a bluntness to the narrative I appreciate. Mott is so obviously a grifter and the elite D.C. spaces he infiltrates are populated by people who firmly believe they could never be grifted which makes them the perfect target for someone who has ambition without much intelligence. See more Giorgio G 10/13/2023 It starts off a bit boring, but soon drags one into the dark and strange story of this sleazebag, climbing up ranks of imaginary fame and fortune. Unfortunately there are people like that all across the globe, charming themselves into ever higher positions of influence. Some wreaking havoc in the process, other cheating millions, even billions out of unsuspecting victims. All gaining what they should not have. Christoph Waltz's and Vanessa Redgrave's performances are impeccable and really bring this story to life. True or not! 6 1/2 out of 10 points. See more acsdoug D @acsdoug 08/02/2023 A decent story with a great performance by Waltz. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis An eccentric and smooth-talking social climber who seems to have everyone in Washington, D.C., wrapped around his finger is investigated after his wealthy, well-connected and much older wife turns up dead in their home.
Director
Christoph Waltz
Producer
John Cheng, Brad Feinstein, David Henry Gerson, Andrew Levitas, Brett Ratner, Alison Thompson
Screenwriter
David Auburn
Production Co
RatPac-Dune Entertainment, Metalwork Pictures, InterTitle Films
Rating
R (Language|Brief Sexual Material)
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 14, 2021, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
May 18, 2021
Runtime
1h 39m
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