A Crooked: Somebody

Rich Sommer, Clifton Collins Jr., Joanne Froggatt, Ed Harris, Amy Madigan October 5, 2018 Rating R (Language and Brief Violence) A Crooked Somebody movie review - Roger Ebert

: The story serves as a resonant character study on how people justify "white lies" and the moral downward spiral that occurs when an opportunist refuses to change course. A Crooked Somebody

In this interview, lead actor Rich Sommer discusses his role as Michael Vaughn and his transition from television to this indie thriller: Concordia College YouTube• Dec 14, 2016 Rich Sommer, Clifton Collins Jr

: While some reviewers at The Los Angeles Times pointed out logic gaps and a "bumpy ride" in the final act, others appreciated the film's "Hartley-esque" indie feel and its ability to blend suspense with media satire. Production Credits Director Trevor White Screenwriter Andrew Zilch Lead Cast The film has been noted for its "smartly

: Critics from Variety and Roger Ebert praised the cast—which includes Ed Harris as Michael’s minister father—for elevating the material beyond its modest budget.

The film has been noted for its "smartly constructed" script and "persuasive" performances, particularly from Sommer and Collins Jr..

Michael Vaughn (Rich Sommer) is a failing psychic who travels the country selling his book and performing group readings. His life takes a dark turn when he is kidnapped by Nathan (Clifton Collins Jr.), a remorseful murderer who believes Michael has supernaturally intuited the truth about a high-profile cold case Nathan committed years ago. Rather than fearing for his life, Michael sees the situation as his big break; he attempts to manipulate Nathan into "confessing" through a nationally televised séance to propel himself to superstar status.