
Ordinary Decent Criminal
Stealing Is The Best Revenge
Directed by Thaddeus O'Sullivan
Produced by Little Bird, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
A comedic crime caper about a charming, theatrical master thief juggling two families while evading determined police, balancing humor and heist thrills.
Michael Lynch is a notorious criminal with two wives and a flair for showmanship. He's also a huge embarrassment to the local police, who are determined to bring him down once and for all.
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Questions people ask
Is Ordinary Decent Criminal sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.
Is Ordinary Decent Criminal easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
Is Ordinary Decent Criminal violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Ordinary Decent Criminal end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Ordinary Decent Criminal scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Ordinary Decent Criminal
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Ordinary Decent Criminal
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Ordinary Decent Criminal, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Ordinary Decent Criminal, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Ordinary Decent Criminal, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































