Based on Jim Thompson’s novel of the same name, The Grifters introduces us to Roy Dillon, a professional con man, who gets in trouble when his mother, estranged for eight years, and his girlfriend both start manipulating his life with their own interests in mind. Trapped between two swindlers of his own caliber, Roy must face a storm of betrayal unleashed by his mother’s reappearance.

  • Duration: 110
  • Production year: 1990
  • Country: Canada, United States of America
  • Subtitles: min Subtitles PT

Nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Best Director and Best Screenplay based on Another Medium – Academy Awards
Nominated for Best Actress in Film – Drama – BAFTAS

Stephen Frears

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