
Life Is Hot in Cracktown
2009, Drama, 1h 39m
6 Reviews 1,000+ RatingsYou might also like
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Cast & Crew
Concetta
Sizemore
Betty McBain
Marybeth
Stacy
Chad Wesley
Critic Reviews for Life Is Hot in Cracktown
All Critics (6) | Top Critics (2) | Fresh (3) | Rotten (3)
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While Giovinazzo's crude approach undercuts his occasional stab at gravitas, Cracktown's cast keeps things in the ballpark of relatable humanity.
July 1, 2009 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
One part Crash and one part Menace II Society.
June 26, 2009 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
There are no positive characters in Cracktown. No voice of reason; just the reality of dire circumstances, which cannot be tied up in a pretty Hollywood bow.
July 2, 2009 | Rating: B+ | Full Review… -
Aside from tremendous performances given by Washington and Rasuk, the bleakness in 'Cracktown' doesn't offer a solution that leaves a positive outlook on life.
June 26, 2009 | Rating: 2/4 | Full Review… -
About as credible as a middle school production of Death of a Salesman. The unspectacular storylines plod along, dragged down by lackluster performances and sloppy direction.
June 25, 2009 | Rating: 1.5/5 | Full Review… -
Life goes far past the boiling point for most of the characters in this hilariously overwrought ghetto soap opera from cult writer-director Buddy Giovinazzo.
June 25, 2009 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Life Is Hot in Cracktown
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Aug 29, 2011This is garbage. There's no reason to follow the lives of a single character involved, they're all one-dimensional losers. The writer doesn't convey anything more than an outsider's glimpse into the subject matter. This movie relies on nothing more than shock value, and it's about as subtle as a sledgehammer. All that's on display is a bunch of idiots abusing themselves, children, women, and the elderly. This is void of any artistic value, avoid.Jason C Super Reviewer
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Jan 11, 2010If theres an area like Cracktown, I hope to never see it.Brody M Super Reviewer
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Sep 05, 2009Buddy G is back, and he's as downbeat as ever. The opening scene tells you, right off the bat, that this is gonna be ugly, and it doesn't disappoint. People looking for some kind of positive, hopeful message best steer clear. There's no hope to be found in this one. Don't let the "beautiful" cast throw you off. This movie is about as gritty as urban dramas can get.Shane D Super Reviewer
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Aug 29, 2009The great Buddy Giovinazzo returns after a painfully long hiatus with this fantastically titled masterpiece. It's as if Abel Ferrara and Robert Altman joined forces, only with that nihilistic Buddy touch. Each separate story is compelling with great performances all around (I especially like that Desmond Harrington kid. Great actor). The audience really cares about most of the characters, and knowing Buddy is writing their stories, truly fears for their safety. Highly recommended for those who love gritty, depressing and downbeat stories.Christopher B Super Reviewer
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