All Things to All Men

All Things to All Men is a 2013 British crime thriller directed by George Isaac. The film follows the interconnected lives of a crooked cop, a successful criminal and a skilled thief. The all-star cast features Gabriel Byrne, Rufus Sewell, and Toby Stephens.

Byrne plays DCI Parker, an ambitious detective with a shady past. He makes a deal with a notorious thief named Riley (played by Stephens) to catch the elusive crime lord Joseph Corso (Sewell). However, as the trio becomes more entangled in their own webs of deceit, they begin to question each other's motives.

The film opens with a tense heist scene, showcasing Riley's cryptic and unpredictable nature. Despite his bad-boy persona, he is a man of principles, who refuses to harm innocent people. Meanwhile, DCI Parker, who is under investigation for corruption, is desperate to prove his worth to his superior.

When Joseph Corso enters the story, things quickly escalate. Corso is a powerful and ruthless criminal, who has his eyes set on expanding his empire. He is a mastermind, and is always one step ahead of everyone else. His scenes are filled with tension and danger, and Sewell portrays him with chilling accuracy.

One of the strong points of the film is its attention to detail. The locations are carefully chosen, and each one has a different atmosphere. The soundtrack is also exceptional, and contributes to the overall mood of the film.

Despite the strong performances, the plot is convoluted and difficult to follow at times. The characters are complex and ambiguous, and it's hard to root for any of them. The dialogue is also clunky and unnatural, which makes it hard to get invested in the story.

The film also suffers from pacing issues. It takes a long time to set up the plot, and the action scenes are few and far between. The ending is also unsatisfying, and feels rushed.

Despite its flaws, All Things to All Men is a solid addition to the crime thriller genre. It explores the grey area between law and crime, and showcases the struggles of three men trying to survive in a dangerous world. Gabriel Byrne, Rufus Sewell, and Toby Stephens deliver captivating performances, and the film is worth watching for them alone.