The thing that stands out for me is that it isn’t your typical Hollywood movie, even though it takes place in Los Angeles. It is entirely character-driven. There’s no mystery, except wondering what characters will do when they cross paths.
Acting
There’s no question that the best part of this movie is the acting. Chris Hemsworth is the star of the movie, and he does a good job. His role is right in his wheelhouse. He’s basically the sad-Thor.
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Mark Ruffalo is really good, but again, his character isn’t very disimilar to many roles that I’ve seen him in.
Halle Berry is the scene stealer. She has more dramatic opportunities with her character.
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Plot
This movie doesn’t try to overcomplicate the plot. It’s all spelled out for the view. There’s no work to keep up with what’s going on.
Conclusion
It’s a long movie that takes its time with each scene. There’s never a rush to get through this story. I liked it, but I have this feeling that it didn’t meet its potential. None of the characters are particularly relatable. Perhaps Halle Berry’s character is the one that more people will associate with, but probably only to a very narrow demographic.
Grade: B-
There are no extra scenes during, or after, the end credits of Crime 101.
| Rated: | () Sexual Material/Nudity | Language Throughout | Some Violence |
| Genres: | Crime, Thriller |
| USA release date: | 2026-02-09 |
| Movie length: | |
| Starring: | Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro |
| Director: | Bart Layton |
| Writer(s): | Bart Layton |
| Language: | en |
| Country: | US |
Plot
When an elusive thief whose high-stakes heists unfold along the iconic 101 freeway in Los Angeles eyes the score of a lifetime, with hopes of this being his final job, his path collides with a disillusioned insurance broker who is facing her own crossroads, forcing the two to collaborate. Determined to crack the case, a relentless detective closes in on the operation, raising the stakes even higher.
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