Is Crossroads Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2018)

📖 The Core Premise

Crossroads stands as a 2018 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Mystery, Crime, Thriller, Drama landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "When Temi, the gorgeous wife of a high profile senator is robbed, four suspects arequickly apprehended and arrested. Although each detainee proclaims his innocence, Temi identifies each of the attackers along with her stolen property, seemingly resolving this classic open and shut case. But a senior detective, on the eve of his retirement risks his reputation when he suspects there is more to the story. High powered political intrigue clashes with gritty street violence and the prospect of deep corruption in this riveting mystery where one man fights to prevent the truth from becoming another casualty."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Crossroads, even the presence of Richard Mofe-Damijo struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Mystery. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Crossroads worth your time? If you appreciate Mystery, Crime, Thriller, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Crossroads misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 114 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.