Dead Man's Bluff

Dead Man's Bluff

Movie (2005)

Who says crime doesn't pay?

Sergei and Simon have to deliver a suitcase full of heroin to Mikhalych or else they will be killed. There is one minor detail: the only problem-solving technique they are familiar with is a shot in the head.

Crime
Comedy
Thriller
111 minutes
Released
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Ages 17+

This film features pervasive graphic violence, criminal activity, and themes of lethal conflict as a primary problem-solving method. The intense and cynical tone is inappropriate for younger viewers.

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Content at a glance

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Sex & Nudity

The film contains very limited romantic elements and some brief suggestive dialogue typical of the crime genre. There is no graphic nudity or explicit sexual content.

Violence & Gore

This is a dark comedy crime film characterized by frequent, graphic, and realistic depictions of gun violence, assassinations, and bloody injuries. The tone is consistently brutal as the protagonists resolve all conflicts through lethal force.

Profanity

The dialogue is filled with aggressive and frequent strong language, including multiple uses of 'f*ck' and 'sh*t' used in contexts of anger, frustration, and criminal bravado.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

Illegal drug trafficking is the central plot device of the film, and the characters frequently consume alcohol and cigarettes throughout the story.

Frightening Scenes

The movie maintains a high level of tension through constant threats of death and sudden, violent outbursts. The dark, cynical atmosphere may be distressing for younger audiences.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This movie features characters who handle problems in dangerous ways and is meant for adult audiences only.

Content Warnings

Graphic gun violence
Drug-related criminal themes

Detailed Analysis

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What Parents Need to Know

Expect high levels of stylized, graphic violence and adult language throughout the film.

What Kids Can Learn

No developmental benefits indicated in available information.

Key Topics Discussed

Criminal underworld
Lethal violence
Survival

Why Parents Might Like It

Fans of dark, black comedy and gritty crime thrillers may appreciate the film's cynical stylistic approach.

Positives & learning

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Positive messages

The narrative prioritizes nihilistic violence over moral development, offering no constructive lessons or virtuous themes.

Role models

The protagonists are career criminals who rely on lethal force, lacking any qualities worthy of emulation.

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Learning

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