The Gingerbread Man

Synopsis

The Gingerbread Man is a thriller film released in 1998 directed by Robert Altman and starring Kenneth Branagh. The story revolves around Rick Magruder, a successful attorney, who becomes entangled with a mysterious young woman named Mallory Doss after he helps her out of a tricky situation. As their relationship deepens, Rick finds himself in a web of deception, danger, and betrayal. The movie takes viewers on a suspenseful journey where secrets are revealed, and loyalties are tested. With a stellar cast and gripping plot twists, The Gingerbread Man keeps audiences on the edge of their seats until the final reveal.

Cast

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  Kenneth Branagh

  Rick Magruder

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  Embeth Davidtz

  Mallory Doss

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  Robert Downey Jr.

  Clyde Pell

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  Daryl Hannah

  Lois Harlan

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  Tom Berenger

  Pete Randle

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  Famke Janssen

  Leeanne Magruder

Reviews

The Gingerbread Man received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised Kenneth Branagh's performance and the film's tense atmosphere, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 60%, with critics noting the film's atmospheric tension but criticizing its lack of coherence. Similarly, IMDb rated it 5.7/10, with viewers highlighting Branagh's portrayal of the troubled protagonist. Metacritic scored it at 65/100, acknowledging the film's strengths in building suspense but faulting its narrative structure. Despite the varying opinions, The Gingerbread Man remains a captivating thriller that keeps viewers guessing until the end.