Evolution of a Criminal
“How does a 16 year-old evolve into a bank robber?”
Synopsis
In 1997, 17-year old Darius Clark Monroe robbed a bank and went to prison for it; then he went to NYU film school and made this movie about his life. The movie presents itself as an act of atonement, and an attempt by Monroe to understand himself and the social forces that drove him to a life of crime. Executive produced by Spike Lee, who was one of Monroe's professors at NYU.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 8, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Darius Clark Monroe
- Original Title
- Evolution of a Criminal
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Darius Clark Monroe
Spike Lee
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Darius Clark Monroe
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Evolution of a Criminal
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What is Evolution of a Criminal about?
In 1997, 17-year old Darius Clark Monroe robbed a bank and went to prison for it; then he went to NYU film school and made this movie about his life. The movie presents itself as an act of atonement, and an attempt by Monroe to understand himself and the social forces that drove him to a life of crime. Executive produced by Spike Lee, who was one of Monroe's professors at NYU.
Who directed Evolution of a Criminal?
Evolution of a Criminal was directed by Darius Clark Monroe.
Who stars in Evolution of a Criminal?
The principal cast of Evolution of a Criminal includes Vladimir Versailles, Dante E. Clark.
When was Evolution of a Criminal released and how long is it?
Evolution of a Criminal was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.