The Grifters

The Grifters is a 1990 film which tells the story of a long-time female con artist who begins to rethink her life when her son, also a con artist, is beaten following a failed con.

The movie was adapted by Donald E. Westlake from the novel by Jim Thompson. It was directed by Stephen Frears. The movie stars Anjelica Huston, John Cusack and Annette Bening.

It was nominated for Academy Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role (Anjelica Huston), Best Actress in a Supporting Role, (Annette Bening), Best Director (Stephen Frears) and Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium.