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Dirty Little Trick

  • 2011
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 28m
IMDb RATING
3.7/10
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Michael Madsen, Dean Cain, and Christie Burson in Dirty Little Trick (2011)
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Sarah "the dirty little bitch" pulls a dirty little trick on Danny, using Peter, while attempting to pin it on Michael. But it all falls apart when Michael realizes he's been set up.Sarah "the dirty little bitch" pulls a dirty little trick on Danny, using Peter, while attempting to pin it on Michael. But it all falls apart when Michael realizes he's been set up.Sarah "the dirty little bitch" pulls a dirty little trick on Danny, using Peter, while attempting to pin it on Michael. But it all falls apart when Michael realizes he's been set up.

  • Director
    • Brian Skiba
  • Writers
    • Michael Z. Gordon
    • Michael Legge
  • Stars
    • Dean Cain
    • Christie Burson
    • Michael Madsen
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  • IMDb RATING
    3.7/10
    565
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Brian Skiba
    • Writers
      • Michael Z. Gordon
      • Michael Legge
    • Stars
      • Dean Cain
      • Christie Burson
      • Michael Madsen
    • 12User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Dean Cain
    Dean Cain
    • Michael
    Christie Burson
    Christie Burson
    • Sarah…
    Michael Madsen
    Michael Madsen
    • Vito
    Joe Jones
    • Danny DeMarco
    Tiffany Shepis
    Tiffany Shepis
    • Kelly
    Jessica Duffy
    Jessica Duffy
    • Amber
    Brian Ronalds
    Brian Ronalds
    • Jimmy T
    Dean Matthew Ronalds
    Dean Matthew Ronalds
    • Peter
    • (as Dean Ronalds)
    Dominic Ross
    Dominic Ross
    • Detective Wiliams
    Laurie Love
    Laurie Love
    • Detective Rogers
    Nicola Victoria Buck
    Nicola Victoria Buck
    • Waitress
    • (as Nicola Buck)
    Mario Lanza
    • Richie
    Greg Seki
    Kevin Berman
    Kevin Berman
    Kevin Berman
    Bruce Nelson
    • Bus Station Ticket Agent
    Ceri Bethan
    Ceri Bethan
    • Michael's Girlfriend
    Emily Heap
    • Director
      • Brian Skiba
    • Writers
      • Michael Z. Gordon
      • Michael Legge
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    User reviews12

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    9Jakefoerster

    A great script, a not -so-great movie

    This could have been a very good movie. I saw the script before the movie was made and it was an excellent screenplay. However, for some strange reason, they didn't follow the script and in spite of directing being atrocious, it was almost a great story but a mediocre film. The only thing worse than the directing was the editing. It was like they forgot to shoot scenes and then tried to make up for them by using voice-overs and gimmicks like that. And then came Michael Madsen talking crap about "wolf urine" which totally had nothing to do with the movie. I think he had one too many because that's the way it sounded. To give credit to writer-producer, Michael Gordon, they must have shot this on a micro-budget so I don't know how they did it but they made a pretty good film for the price of one scene in most other movies. So, why am I giving this a good rating? Because they took a chance and tried to make a low-budget movie even though there was practically no funding. So, for all the time and effort it took to make this film, they still deserve the recognition for going out there and trying. Maybe next time, guys!
    5cosmo_tiger

    A movie with the feel of a cheesy 80's action movie. Not good at all but it is entertaining. Worth watching. I say B-

    "Once you go down this road there ain't no coming back." Michael (Cain) is driving home when he sees the beautiful Sarah (Burson) hitchhiking. He stops to pick her up and his life is thrown into chaos. I have to start by saying that this is not an amazing movie at all. It's not even technically a good movie, but it is an entertaining movie. There have been a few movies recently (Take Me Home Tonight is the main example) that have tried to have the feel of a movie set in the 80's. Most come off as trying too hard. I don't know if this movie was trying or not but it definitely had the feel of a very cheesy low budget 80's movie. The effects were bad and even the plot seemed to be a throw back. If you judge the movie based on effects and acting this is terrible. If you judge it based on entertainment and watch-ability it's not that bad. There are much worse ways to spend 90 minutes of your life. Overall, not good at all, but it is entertaining. I give it a B-.
    10aaronia20000

    Great movie, very indie.

    This movie blew my mind.

    It was directed well and Burson was PHENOMENAL. I don't see what all the hateful comments are complaining about. The movie was a real mystery that kept me and my wife on our toes the entire movie.

    What wasn't to love? Cain was his best that I've ever seen, and Madsen's act was very believable. It would be lovely to see a sequel from this movie.

    It is really rare to find an independent film this good, and next Sunday my buddy is coming over to see what the hype is about. Nice, a solid 9.5/10.
    9babyhayhayrocks

    Underrated

    One of the better low budget films I have seen in the recent past. The acting was pretty well rounded and the story line was what the movie needed to make it shine from its low-budget foundations. I personally love movies based on real events, and this one makes it to my list of those that I love so much. For me, this movie was the perfect break from mainstream movies and really was a fun hour and a half. Cain especially finds a way to make these little movies like these shine bright, and contributed both to the value of the story line and to the value of the acting skill pool. While the industry is dwindling, I do not imagine seeing many more of these low-budgets in the future. If the industry ever truly dies I'll be able to look back at this and remember what it is like for everyday writers and actors to be able to put forth emotion and thoughts onto screen without high budget studios and higher tier production value. 250 Million dollar movies are NOT the only films worth viewing. I only wish to see more like this!
    10dburnett831

    I really liked this movie

    Went to see this movie on a rainy day.

    I was unexpectedly surprised.

    The action and acting was fun and interesting and I enjoyed the whole experience.

    If I had to criticize anything, it would be the directing. Otherwise, as a low budget movie, it really captured my attention.

    I hope this movie makes it to video.

    Dean Cain wasn't exactly at his peak, but he did a fairly good job.

    Michael Madsen was his usual obnoxious self, but he managed to get through the movie without saying the f word 14 times.

    As always, Madsen was fun!

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    • Trivia
      This films is based upon a true story of what happened to Michael Legge, one of the writers, as he was on his way to a meeting with producer, Michael Z. Gordon. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss possible ideas for a new screenplay. After hearing Legge's bizarre experience on his way to the restaurant, Gordon looked at him and said, "There's you story!" Three weeks later, this script was born.
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      Dirty Little Trick
      Written by Sean Daniel Gordon

      Performed by The Marketts

      Courtesy of MCA Records

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    • Release date
      • November 8, 2011 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Kirli Oyun
    • Filming locations
      • Phoenix, Arizona, USA
    • Production companies
      • Americana Films
      • Americana Productions
      • My Own Worst Enemy
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    • Budget
      • $1,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 28 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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