Top Crime Thrillers of 2010: Dark Dramas and Gripping Mysteries

London Boulevard

2010 • 103 min • Budget $25M • Box office $8M

Drama, Crime

A man recently released from prison develops feelings for a famous actress who lives a secluded life. His attempts to stay hidden from a dangerous gangster complicate his burgeoning romance.

5.9

6.2

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Meskada

2010 • 98 min

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Detective Noah Cordin, who works in the wealthy town of Hilliard, investigates a fatal home invasion involving a juvenile victim. The boy's mother, Allison Connor, is a prominent figure on the Meskada County Board of Commissioners. The community of Hilliard…

4.6

5.3

17+

LSD: Love, Sex aur Dhokha

2010 • 108 min

Drama, Crime, Comedy

Three stories unfold candidly through unexpected recordings: a video camcorder, a store security camera, and hidden cameras. These glimpses into everyday life reveal intimate moments connecting seemingly disparate people.

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7.1

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Badmaash Company

2010 • 144 min • Budget $1M • Box office $5M

Crime

Four friends team up around a promising new business idea. However, as they pursue their venture, personal problems begin to strain their relationships.

5.8

6.1

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Off Limits

2010 • 105 min

Crime, Drama, Thriller

While on duty, police constables Julie and Simon injure a wealthy man who had killed their partner. The man is the son of a politician, leading to accusations of brutality from their superiors. Left with no support, Julie and Simon…

6.2

6.0

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Giallo

2010 • 92 min • Budget $14M • Box office $50K

Crime, Horror, Mystery

In Italy, a woman believes her sister has been kidnapped, but Inspector Enzo Avolfi suspects something far more sinister. They join forces to rescue the sister from a sadistic killer known only as Yellow.

4.2

4.5

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Cherry Tree Lane

2010 • 77 min

Crime, Thriller, Horror

Mike and Christine, a successful couple, are enjoying a typical evening when a visitor at their door disrupts their routine. Their son Sebastian is in trouble with some local youths who plan to wait for him to return. This situation…

4.6

4.9

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Paris Express

2010 • 90 min

Comedy, Action, Crime

Across Paris, from the diverse neighborhoods to the fashionable districts, and from the rough streets to the art galleries, danger lurks. Sam, a courier, is determined to fulfill every delivery. He disregards traffic laws to meet deadlines for his company.…

5.1

5.8

Small Town Murder Songs

2010 • 75 min

Thriller, Crime, Drama

This is a contemporary gothic story exploring crime and finding redemption. An older police officer, originally from a quiet Mennonite community in Ontario, tries to leave his violent past behind. But when a murder occurs in his new life, the…

5.3

5.9

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Dear Mr. Gacy

2010 • 103 min

Crime, Drama, Thriller

This is the story of Jason Moss, a college student who becomes increasingly drawn to John Wayne Gacy, a serial killer. It details their interactions and the developing relationship between them.

5.8

6.4

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Incident by a Bank

2010 • 12 min

Action, Comedy, Crime

*Incident by a Bank* is a detailed account of a failed bank robbery, presented as a single, meticulously choreographed take involving over 90 people. The film recreates a real event that occurred in Stockholm in June 2006.

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Angel of Evil

2010 • 102 min • Budget $10M

Crime, Drama

VALLANZASCA, set in 1970s Italy, tells the true story of the country's most infamous outlaw. Renato Vallanzasca became a notorious mobster by 27, starting as a criminal at age 9. He and his gang seized control of the Milan underworld…

6.8

17+

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Moss

2010 • 162 min

Drama, Thriller, Crime

A city man travels to a secluded village to discover the truth about his father’s unusual death. The villagers closely observe him, hoping he will depart. As he begins his investigation, the village’s dark secrets are gradually revealed.

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6.7

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Phas Gaye Re Obama

2010 • 111 min

Comedy, Crime

Om, an Indian man living abroad, needs to sell his family home to cover his debts. However, his plans are disrupted when he's kidnapped by gangsters who mistakenly think he's wealthy.

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7.5

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Bereavement

2010 • 103 min • Budget $2M • Box office $10M

Crime, Horror

In 1989, six-year-old Martin Bristoll was kidnapped from his backyard in Minersville, Pennsylvania. Graham Sutter, a disturbed recluse, imprisoned Martin on his abandoned pig farm, forcing him to witness horrific acts. For five years, Martin's fate remained unknown, his cries…

5.3

5.1

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El Infierno

2010 • 148 min • Box office $6M

Action, Crime, Western

Deported back to Mexico, a man is forced to join the ruthless drug cartel that controls his hometown, simply to stay alive.

7.9

7.6

18+

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Sinners and Saints

2010 • 104 min

Action, Crime, Thriller

In storm-torn New Orleans, Detective Sean Riley is struggling with the loss of his son and his wife leaving him. With a suspension looming, he's partnered with rookie Detective Will Ganz to investigate a string of brutal murders escalating a…

5.6

6.1

17+

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The Unjust

2010 • 119 min

Crime, Thriller

A dedicated police officer is pressured to betray his values. He's ordered to identify a suspect in a prominent serial killer investigation, with the promise of a significant career advancement.

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6.5

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Easy Money

2010 • 124 min

Drama, Thriller, Crime

To support his secret life, JW starts transporting drugs, and his path crosses with two men. There's Jorge, a fugitive wanted by both the Serbian mafia and the police. And then there's Mrado, a ruthless enforcer for the mafia, who…

6.4

6.7

17+

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The Whistleblower

2010 • 112 min

Drama, Thriller, Crime

In post-war Bosnia, U.N. Peacekeeper Kathryn Bolkovac stumbles upon a dangerous sex trafficking operation. Determined to help the victims, she exposes a vast international conspiracy. This puts her life in jeopardy as powerful forces work to silence her.

6.7

7.1

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Jesse Stone: No Remorse

2010 • 87 min

Drama, Thriller, Crime

Suspended from his job as Police Chief, Jesse Stone takes on a private investigation for his friend, State Homicide Commander Healy, to solve a series of murders in Boston. This leaves Rose and Suitcase to manage a crime wave back…

6.9

7.2

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Boy Wonder

2010 • 93 min

Action, Crime, Drama

In Brooklyn, a young boy witnesses his mother's murder, sparking a lifelong obsession with finding her killer. He becomes a model student by day, but secretly operates as a vigilante at night. The film explores the complexities of heroism and…

6.3

6.8

17+

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The Perfect Host

2010 • 93 min • Budget $500K • Box office $453K

Comedy, Thriller, Crime

Warwick Wilson is the perfect host, meticulously planning a dinner party with everything precisely scheduled. John Taylor, a criminal trying to escape his life, needs a place to stay. He claims to be a newcomer to Los Angeles, a friend…

6.4

6.7

17+

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Sin tetas no hay paraíso

2010 • 108 min

Crime, Drama

Catalina, a young woman struggling with poverty, desires social status and financial security. She becomes determined to achieve this through breast implants, leading her to leave her boyfriend, Albeira, and work as a prostitute for drug dealers. Meanwhile, Albeira and…

7.4

4.9

17+

Inside Job

2010 • 109 min • Budget $2M • Box office $7M

Documentary, Crime

This film reveals the startling reality behind the 2008 economic crisis. The worldwide financial collapse, costing over $20 trillion, led to millions losing their homes and jobs. By thoroughly researching and interviewing key financial figures, politicians, and journalists, Inside Job…

7.7

8.2

13+

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Wild Things: Foursome

2010 • 92 min

Crime, Drama, Mystery

After a wild night with three alluring women, the son of a murdered hotel tycoon becomes embroiled in a dangerous web of seduction and murder.

5.2

4.4

17+

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Tekken

2010 • 92 min • Budget $30M • Box office $1M

Crime, Drama, Action

In 2039, following devastating World Wars that shattered civilization, corporations now control territories. The most powerful is the Mishima Zaibatsu. To appease the frustrated population of this dystopian world, Mishima sponsors Tekken, a tournament where fighters compete until only one…

5.3

4.8

17+

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+10

RED

2010 • 111 min • Budget $58M • Box office $199M

Action, Adventure, Comedy

Following a deadly attack, retired CIA operative Frank Moses brings together his former team for a final, decisive mission. He reconnects with Joe, Marvin, and Victoria to expose a major conspiracy endangering them all. Their only hope is to use…

6.7

7.0

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Elite Squad: The Enemy Within

2010 • 115 min • Box office $63M

Drama, Action, Crime

Following a violent raid by the BOPE special forces unit at the Bangu 1 high-security prison in Rio de Janeiro, aimed at suppressing an inmate rebellion, Lieutenant-Colonel Roberto Nascimento and Captain André Matias are accused by human rights advocate Diogo…

7.8

8.0

The Town

2010 • 125 min • Budget $37M • Box office $154M

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Doug MacRay, a skilled thief planning to leave his criminal life behind, sees an opportunity during a bank heist. When the crew unexpectedly kidnaps a branch manager, Doug is assigned to watch her. However, their developing connection puts Doug and…

7.2

7.5

17+

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