Sometimes you get a feeling about a film before you even watch it. And, usually, I will still give it a try if it looks like it has some sort of redeeming quality. Whether it is a story that sounds interesting and different or actors I love, I can usually find a reason to watch something and give it a chance. Now, whether or not it was worth the chance is a different story.

The Last Days of American Crime takes place in a future that is riddled with chaos. A decision is made that a new tech will launch, ceasing all thoughts of criminal activity in the head of anyone in America. Edgar Ramirez plays a mysterious and brooding man who decides that he wants to pull off one last heist before this happens. He runs into a girl and they meet a friend of hers, which turns into a small group that is trying to pull off this one last crime.

Honestly, there isn’t a lot to say about this film that is positive. It isn’t a horrible looking film, but it doesn’t offer anything aesthetically. The direction is ok, but it has a film noir feel that doesn’t really fit well; although a film noir futuristic film sounds cool. The acting isn’t worth anything, unless you only focus on Edgar Ramirez; which isn’t hard to do or a horrible task. Even the action is a little lacking. The story sounded good in theory, but it really just fell short in execution. It really is the kind of movie that fell just short in every facet, making it pretty bad. With a little tweaking here and there, it could have been much better. But, that’s Hollywood.

I didn’t really like the movie. I would give it a five out of ten. I wouldn’t watch it again and will likely try to forget it exists. And I definitely wouldn’t recommend it to anyone, as I wouldn’t want that on my reputation; or worse, my conscience. But, it’s free…so…if you just have to see it, keep some sort of alcohol nearby and something to do when you get bored. Watching it in the background can make it a little more bearable and the drinking will numb the pain.