Director Bart Layton discussed the production details of his new crime thriller "Crime 101" during an online interactive session with film enthusiasts on June 30, 2026.
The film features a high-profile Hollywood ensemble including Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Halle Berry, and Barry Keoghan.
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Layton emphasized the importance of blending raw human emotion with high-stakes action sequences to differentiate the movie from conventional Hollywood tropes.
The director utilized extensive real-life research and focused on recognizable human flaws to keep the narrative grounded in reality.
Plot and Characters
The story follows Mike Davis, played by Chris Hemsworth, a meticulous jewel thief operating along the 101 highway.
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Davis faces escalating conflict when a lack of productivity angers his fence, who subsequently sends an assassin named Ormon, portrayed by Barry Keoghan, to eliminate him.
Concurrently, Detective Lou Lubesnick, played by Mark Ruffalo, tracks the perpetrator through a series of tactical investigations.
The home media release distributed by Alliance Entertainment features Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos audio engineering.
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However, the initial retail combination package lacks a digital copy or additional bonus materials.
