We often overlook 'the little things' in life, but what about in cinema? Take 'The Little Things,' a 2021 neo-noir crime thriller starring Denzel Washington, Rami Malek, and Jared Leto. While it received mixed reviews upon release, the film's lingering ambiguity and focus on the psychological toll of crime investigation continue to spark debate.

The film excels at highlighting the minutiae of police work - the endless paperwork, the frustrating dead ends, and the obsession with seemingly insignificant clues. It's these 'little things' that ultimately drive the narrative and contribute to the detectives' descent into moral compromise. Are they enough to justify their actions? Did they truly find the killer, or did the pursuit of justice warp their perception? 'The Little Things' leaves you pondering long after the credits roll, proving that sometimes, it's the details that matter most, even if they lead you down a dark and uncertain path. It's a reminder that even in Hollywood, sometimes the most memorable movies aren't the big explosions, but the quiet, unsettling details that burrow under your skin.