After seeing the film myself I kind of feel that the critical backlash was uncalled for. Naturally I was a bit hesitant to review the film at that point, but I figured why not. The audience found it a solid watch, but critics lambasted it as warmed over and reheated con man plot lines that we’ve all seen before. I like a good con and what’s not to like about the plot of taking down a Bernie Madoff type crook? Well, the reviews for The Swindlers came in and they were pretty much a mixed back. When I heard about Korea’s 2017 con man thriller called The Swindlers I was intrigued. Films like Ocean’s 11 and the like are a blast to watch as the audience gets to see a con unfold on the screen with glee, as the screenwriters dole out JUST enough information to reel the audience in with the 3rd act reveals. I’ve got to admit, I have a weakness for con man thrillers.
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