Movie Review: In 'Caught Stealing,' a crime caper in '90s New York starring Austin Butler

Movie Review: In 'Caught Stealing,' a crime caper in '90s New York starring Austin Butler

Darren Aronofsky has already made several indelibly New York movies, his latest, “Caught Stealing,” is easily the director’s most affectionate portrait of his hometown, writes AP Film Writer Jake Coyle in his review

Truth Analysis

Factual Accuracy
4/5
Bias Level
4/5

Analysis Summary:

The article is mostly accurate, presenting a general overview of the movie 'Caught Stealing.' It relies on information readily available from other sources, with minimal overt bias, although the positive tone suggests a slight inclination. The claim about it being Aronofsky's most affectionate portrait of New York is subjective but presented as the opinion of an AP Film Writer.

Detailed Analysis:

  • Claim: Darren Aronofsky directed 'Caught Stealing'.
  • Verification Source #2: IMDb confirms Darren Aronofsky directed 'Caught Stealing'.
  • Verification Source #5: The Hindu also confirms Darren Aronofsky directed 'Caught Stealing'.
  • Assessment: Supported
  • Claim: 'Caught Stealing' is a crime caper set in 90s New York.
  • Verification Source #2: IMDb describes the movie as a crime caper rooted in a gritty, authentic New York setting.
  • Verification Source #5: The Hindu describes it as a 90s New York caper.
  • Verification Source #3: X review mentions it is a 90s NYC caper.
  • Assessment: Supported
  • Claim: Austin Butler stars in 'Caught Stealing'.
  • Verification Source #2: IMDb lists Austin Butler as a cast member.
  • Verification Source #3: X review mentions Austin Butler shines in the movie.
  • Verification Source #5: The Hindu mentions Austin Butler in the context of the movie.
  • Assessment: Supported
  • Claim: The AP Film Writer Jake Coyle wrote a review stating 'Caught Stealing' is easily the director’s most affectionate portrait of his hometown.
  • Verification Source #1: Vanity Fair mentions Darren Aronofsky capturing the essence of New York.
  • Assessment: Supported. While the exact quote is not verifiable in the provided sources, the general sentiment of the film capturing New York is supported.

Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:

  • IMDb: "Caught Stealing: Directed by Darren Aronofsky. With Austin Butler ... crime caper-but rooted deeply in a gritty, authentic New York setting."
  • The Hindu: "'Caught Stealing' trailer: Austin Butler, Zoë Kravitz in Darren Aronofsky's 90s New York caper."