Fresh
An intelligent and extremely well-made romantic drama that tells an intriguing story with economy and insight.
David Stratton, Variety
Dirty Pretty Things
Every dream has its price.
2002 · 1h 37m · R
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Directed by
Stephen Frears
Overview
An undocumented immigrant finds a human heart in one of the toilets of the west London hotel where he works with other undocumented immigrants.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
94%
Tomatometer
Fresh
An impressive mix of entertainment and social comment, spinning a great mystery even as it confronts an ugly world.
J. R. Jones, Chicago Reader
Fresh
A sympathetic, engaging and politically astute slice of modern urban realism, set in the twilight world of London's community of recent immigrants and asylum seekers, and directed with Frears' habitual professionalism and sensitivity.
Wally Hammond, Time Out
Fresh
This is the sort of film that requires your full attention -- and then amply rewards it with a wealth of nuances.
Jay Boyar, Orlando Sentinel
Fresh
Ejiofor, a veteran British stage actor, is well cast.
Jeff Strickler, Minneapolis Star Tribune
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