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Watching the Detectives (2007)
Director: Paul Soter
Cast: Cillian Murphy, Lucy Liu, Jason Sudeikis, Michael Panes
Runtime94 min
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Neil, a self-proclaimed film geek and owner of Gumshoe video, has always been content to live vicariously through his favorite films noir. But when he meets Violet, a real-life femme fatale, his mundane world gets turned upside down and the line between reality and the movies quickly begins to blur.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Watching the Detectives, a 2007 romantic comedy directed by Paul Soter, received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its clever premise and the chemistry between the lead actors, others found the execution uneven. The film has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 57%, indicating a somewhat divided audience reception.
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Fans of offbeat romantic comedies and clever genre blends will enjoy the quirky charm of this 2007 film directed by Paul Soter, which features engaging performances from leads Cillian Murphy and Lucy Liu as they navigate the blurry line between cinematic fantasy and reality.
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Watching the Detectives is a 2007 American romantic comedy film written and directed by Paul Soter in his feature directorial debut. The film stars Cillian Murphy as the film geek owner of an independent video rental store whose life is upended when he meets a thrill-seeking femme fatale.
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