Emily is an aspiring artist in Los Angeles struggling to pay off . Because of a past felony conviction for aggravated assault, she is locked out of white-collar jobs and forced to work as an "independent contractor" for a food-service delivery company with no benefits or security.
Emily is portrayed not as a traditional villain, but as a "criminal of virtue"—a person backed into a corner by a society that leaves her with few rational alternatives. Key Highlights Emily the Criminal
John Patton Ford’s debut is noted for its "bare-bones" style and "adrenaline-fueled" pacing, similar to the work of the Safdie brothers. Emily is an aspiring artist in Los Angeles
The writer-director based the credit card fraud mechanics on real FBI affidavits and online instructional videos to ensure the film felt grounded and authentic. Quick Movie Facts Director John Patton Ford Starring Aubrey Plaza, Theo Rossi, Megalyn Echikunwoke Runtime 93–96 minutes Rating R (for language, some violence, and brief drug use) Streaming Available on Netflix (availability may vary by region) Key Highlights John Patton Ford’s debut is noted