A Simple Plan

A Simple Plan

1998 · 121 min · EN · R · 7.2 (1,079 votes)
Dir. Sam Raimi · Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Bill Paxton, Bridget Fonda, Brent Briscoe, Jack Walsh, Chelcie Ross · Music Danny Elfman

Sometimes good people do evil things.

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Captivated by the lure of sudden wealth, the quiet rural lives of two brothers erupt into conflicts of greed, paranoia and distrust when over $4 million in cash is discovered at the remote site of a downed small airplane. Their simple plan to retain the money while avoiding detection opens a Pandora's box when the fear of getting caught triggers panicked behavior and leads to virulent consequences.

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This neo-noir thriller is a dread-soaked descent into moral compromise. It feels tense and bleak, exploring the corrosive power of greed and paranoia on sibling bonds. The snow-swept setting amplifies the chilling atmosphere, making for a gripping, steadily paced watch that leaves a lingering sense of unease.

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