Director: The Wachowskis
Starring: Jennifer Tilly, Gina Gershon, Joe Pantoliano
Genre: Crime Thriller / Neo-Noir
Description:
The story follows Corky, an ex-con recently released from prison who takes a job renovating an apartment in a Chicago building. There she meets Violet, the seductive girlfriend of a volatile mob money launderer named Caesar. What begins as a flirtatious connection between the two women quickly develops into a dangerous alliance as they devise a bold plan to steal millions of dollars from the Mafia and frame Caesar for the crime.
As the scheme unfolds, tension builds inside the confined spaces of the apartment complex, where deception, manipulation, and shifting power dynamics keep the characters constantly on edge. Violet must convincingly play both sides, while Corky waits nervously for the plan to succeed without exposing them. Meanwhile, Caesar’s paranoia and explosive temper threaten to unravel everything.
Blending sharp dialogue, clever plotting, and stylish neo-noir atmosphere, the film explores themes of trust, loyalty, and survival in a world where betrayal is always one step away. The intense chemistry between Corky and Violet drives the story forward, turning their risky gamble into a gripping game of nerves and strategy.