The article examines the film ‘Los caminos del crimen’ (The Ways of Crime), directed and written by Bart Layton. It highlights how well-made heist movies possess an alluring quality, portraying crime with elegance and reducing its threatening nature, featuring elements like luxurious cars and meticulously timed chases. Layton's film, however, seeks to delve deeper into the complexities of morality when each character believes they are justified in their actions.

The narrative follows three main characters: Davis, a suave jewelry thief played by Chris Hemsworth, who operates along the 101 freeway; Sharon, an insurance adjuster portrayed by Halle Berry, who feels undervalued in her corporate environment; and Lou, a detective played by Mark Ruffalo, who grapples with maintaining his belief in the rule of law amidst a system prioritizing statistics over true justice. The interaction among these characters creates a tension that reflects the film’s exploration of moral ambiguity, asking viewers to consider what it means to be right.

Layton acknowledges the ease of crafting a Hollywood heist film due to audience familiarity with the genre's conventions and expectations. However, he aims to use these conventions not just for entertainment but to provoke thought on deeper ethical dilemmas facing individuals within the criminal justice system. The movie showcases how the line between right and wrong often blurs, leaving viewers to question their assumptions about justice and virtue in society.