Vanessa Kirby's Hidden Gem: A Crime Thriller You Might Have Missed

Vanessa Kirby, known for her role as Sue Storm in the recent "Fantastic Four" movie, had a lesser-known part in a 2015 crime thriller called "Bone in the Throat."

The Plot

• A young chef takes a job at his uncle's restaurant.
• The restaurant is being used by the London mob for shady dealings.
• Kirby plays Sophie, the love interest of the main character, who is deeply troubled by the mob's activities.

The Reception

• The movie didn't get much attention when it came out.
• Many of Kirby's fans don't even know it exists.
• Unclear if this was due to poor marketing or lack of interest from audiences.
• Almost no reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, with only three critics leaving their thoughts.
• Joe Leydon from Variety described the movie as a "reheated leftover from the Guy Ritchie menu."
• Suggested that audiences might only watch it if it becomes available on streaming platforms.

The Novel

• "Bone in the Throat" is based on a 1995 novel by Anthony Bourdain.
• The book has a similar plot but is set in New York instead of London.
• Bourdain, famous for his work in the food industry, also wrote two other novels:
• "Gone Bamboo" in 1997
• "The Bobby Golden Stories" in 2001
• None of these books were big sellers when they first came out.

The Puzzle

• The film's failure to gain traction is a bit puzzling.
• Kirby's performance was well-received.
• The story had potential.
• The movie's low profile and lack of reviews make it hard to judge its true quality.
• It's possible that with better promotion or a different release strategy, "Bone in the Throat" could have found a wider audience.

The Verdict

• For now, it remains a hidden gem in Kirby's filmography.
• A movie that deserves more attention than it has received.
• If you're a fan of crime thrillers or Kirby's work, it might be worth seeking out this overlooked film.