Life of Crime

In this crime-comedy film directed by Daniel Schechter, two small-time criminals, played by John Hawkes and Yasiin Bey, hatch a plan to kidnap the wife of a corrupt real estate developer, portrayed by Tim Robbins, in hopes of a hefty ransom. However, their scheme takes unexpected turns when they discover that the husband is not interested in paying for his wife’s return. Jennifer Aniston stars as the kidnapped wife, adding a layer of complexity and humor to the unfolding events. The film is based on Elmore Leonard’s novel “The Switch” and captures the author’s signature blend of crime and wit. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.