: Critics often describe the film as "Pinter-esque," comparing its tense, dialogue-heavy atmosphere to Harold Pinter’s The Dumb Waiter . 3. Historical Infamy
The phrase spans several decades of cultural history, moving from political protest in the early 20th century to modern gritty cult cinema. 1. The Anti-War Play (1914) The Devil's Business
: Two hitmen—a cynical veteran named Pinner and a nervous novice named Cully—are sent to an isolated house to assassinate a former associate of their boss. : Critics often describe the film as "Pinter-esque,"
One of the earliest and most provocative uses of the title was by Fenner Brockway in his 1914 play, The Devil's Business . Written as a critique of the global arms trade, the play argued that weapon manufacturers corrupt governments by selling to both sides of a conflict. Its message was so potent that it was shortly after publication due to the outbreak of World War I. 2. The British Occult Chiller (2011) Written as a critique of the global arms