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Beautiful and Twisted is a crime drama film that was released in 2015, directed by Christopher Zalla and written by Teena Booth. The movie is based on the real-life story of millionaire Ben Novack Jr. (played by Rob Lowe), who has an unfortunate and gruesome end. The story is set in Miami, where we see how the lives of everyone around Ben Novack Jr. are turned upside down.

The movie starts with the successful businessman Ben Novack Jr., who is known for his love for luxury, being murdered at a hotel in Rye Brook, New York. The criminal investigation begins, and the story takes us to the past to understand what led to his brutal murder.

The audience is taken back in time where Ben Novack Jr. is introduced as a charming and wealthy businessman. He is the owner of ‘The Fontainebleau Hotel’ and an heir to his father's fortune. However, his personal life is far from perfect. He is married to a former stripper named Narcy (played by Paz Vega) who has a very bad reputation. While they have a son together, their marriage is not a happy one.

Ben carries out an affair with a Cuban mistress who has been working for him, named Rebecca. His meeting with Rebecca heightens his already significant spending habits, he buys a million-dollar custom-made vintage car and a house for his mistress. Narcy finds out about Ben's mistress and decides to take things into her own hands.

Ben's mother, Bernice Novack (played by Candice Bergen) tries everything in her power to stop Narcy from getting too much involved in Ben's life but she is unsuccessful. Narcy's obsession for money drives her to plot Ben's murder. She hires hitmen to carry out the job and what follows is a brutal and violent murder.

The crime investigation takes a new turn, and the plot keeps the audience engaged as it unfolds. The detectives have trouble finding the real killer because of the intricate plot that Narcy has created. The real killer's identity is revealed at the end of the movie, leaving the audience shocked.

The movie has an excellent cast, especially Rob Lowe who portrays Ben Novack Jr. Lowe delivers his role with conviction and showcases the character's true sides - his charm, ego, and desires - making the audience both like and dislike him at the same time. Candice Bergen gives a commendable performance playing the character of Bernice Novack, trying to keep her family together despite the tensions and the cracks in the family's veneer.

The direction by Christopher Zalla is good as he manages to successfully portray the wealthy and flashy lifestyle of the characters. The change in timelines keeps the audience interested, and the script by screenwriter Teena Booth is well-written, capturing the real-life story of the murder.

Beautiful and Twisted captures the essence of the crimes of passion and greed, which can lead someone to do the unthinkable. The movie showcases how the thirst for power, money, and jealousy can lead to devastating consequences.

In conclusion, Beautiful and Twisted is an engaging movie that keeps the audience engaged and intrigued till the end. It is a must-watch if you love a good crime drama.

Beautiful and Twisted is a 2015 crime movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.6.